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Destinations
The Kasbah, the markets, a mosque and the Grand Socco: cultural voyeurism in Tangier
Like almost every city in Morocco, Tangier is split into a new town and an old town (medina), which is encircled by a medieval wall. In the medina are colorful markets; twisty, hilly streets; and the…
— Miami Herald
Huge rare 'Elephant Queen' captured on camera
Will Burrard-Lucas encountered a rare big tusker known as the "Elephant Queen" in Kenya before she died and took some incredible pictures. The animal was one of about 30 remaining in…
— CNN
Which European city is the most affordable to visit?
The UK's Post Office has released its annual City Costs Barometer of the most affordable city breaks in Europe. Prague comes in at No. 10. Which nine places are even less expensive for 2019?…
— CNN
Tours and Activities
Orlando hotels expect booking surge now that Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney has opening date
Now that Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge has an opening date, hotels are expecting a surge in August…
— Orlando Sentinel
Hottest Trends and Destinations in Luxury Travel
Here are some of the most popular cities and countries for travel, as well as other trends, such as where millennials are heading, and which are the top honeymoon destinations developing in the selfie-driven luxury travel…
— The Street
Cruise
Which Cruise Brand Is Best for You? A Guide to 16 of the Most Popular Lines
TPG offers a quick guide to 16 of the most popular brands, from cruise giant Royal Caribbean, which operates the world’s biggest ships, to small luxury players such as Crystal Cruises and Regent Seven…
— The Points Guy
Even cruise ships can get frumpy. But look what $100 million can do.
Royal Caribbean thinks it can draw millennials with a $115 million upgrade to its older ships. Carnival and Norwegian are spending just as much on bringing their older ships - Carnival Sunrise and Norwegian Sky - up to…
— Miami Herald
Transportation
This Air Travel Hack Could Get You in Legal Trouble
While missing a leg of a flight might sometimes be unavoidable due to changes in travel plans, savvy travelers have been purposely missing the second leg of their flights for…
— Conde Nast Traveler
These Are the Cleanest Airlines in the World (Video)
Skytrax's World Airline Awards recently announced the cleanest airlines of 2018 after passengers rated various airline standards and…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
World's Most Elite Hotels: Forbes Travel Guide's Triple Five-Star Winners
We celebrate the rare properties that earned top achievements for their hotel, restaurant and spa this…
— Forbes
See New Orleans' 10 most expensive hotels
Want to book a stay in one of New Orleans’ most expensive hotels? Expect to shell out at least $200 a…
— NOLA.com
7 red flags you're about to stay at a bad hotel
When it comes to booking a hotel, every picture, review, and communication is important. The internet can be deceiving, especially when it comes to shopping and…
— Insider
Other and Odd
Man Fights Insurance Company for Wife's Travel Refund
When a man's wife became too sick to travel, he said she thought the trip insurance she purchased would cover one of her flights. But when he tried to recover her money and…
— NBC Miami
Want to travel? Stay away from these hot spots of crime, violence, says State Department
Looking for a dream trip to a foreign land? Tourists should stay away from these dangerous destinations, says State…
— USA Today
Today in History
The Death of Robert de LaSalle
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Have a Nice Day
 Another day…another lesson. This time via the local Pharmacy.
Please stop what you are doing and pay attention to what I am about to share with you. Your future eating habits lie in the balance. I don’t make this stuff up, and I am not here to simply take up space. This is important. Please read on.
My wife took a tumble last week resulting in a wrenched back and a serious knot on the back of her head. We spent a few hours in the ER before heading home. It is always interesting to me how fast life can change course in a single “step”…or should I say one missed…
— Travel Research Online
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