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Destinations
The Best Destinations for Off-Season Travel, from Iceland to Okinawa
With lower prices, fewer travelers, and new experiences, off-season travel may be the best…
— Conde Nast Traveler
France ends UK travel ban
The France ban on UK travelers will end 14 January. Visitors from the UK will be able to enter France for tourism and other nonessential…
— CNN
Thailand reopens three tourist beach destinations despite rising COVID cases
Thailand reopens three tourist beach destinations despite rising COVID cases. More on Times…
— Times of India
Omicron Update for NYC Tourism
Data from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene suggests that Omicron has peaked in NYC. Positive tests and emergency room visits are both diving down, with the Bronx seeing a drop of 35% in cases requiring…
— City Guide NY
Tours and Activities
Intrepid Travel Introduces 22 New ‘Impact Initiatives’ for 2022
To provide experiences that enrich destination communities and travelers alike, the new initiatives span 16 countries and include activities such as meals at local establishments supporting women, migrants and…
— Sustainable Brands
Walk Straight Through A Cavern On This Alabama Tour
Alabama's Cathedral Caverns is located in the tiny town of Woodville. For a fun experience, consider booking your very own cave…
— Only In Your State
Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican culture at these San Juan classes
Take a class, make a friend and forge a deeper connection with the people and culture of Puerto…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line Makes Itinerary Changes on Several Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line has made itinerary changes to several cruises that are departing this weekend due to closed ports and protocol changes in…
— Cruise Fever
CDC guidance to become optional for cruise lines as COVID continues to spread
The CDC's Framework for Conditional Sailing Order will expire Saturday and the health agency's COVID guidance for cruise ships will become…
— USA Today
Cruise Industry Restart: Dealing with Supply Chain Challenges
The industry's restart continues to pick up aggressively and has been met with new challenges: shipping delays, freight costs skyrocketing and general…
— Cruise Industry News
More wave season deals, from cruise lines big and small
Costa, Celestyal Cruises, Emerald Cruises, Scenic, Star Clippers, UnCruise Adventures wave season…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
Southwest Airlines flyers can now get a COVID-19 test in the mail before travel
If you’ve traveled abroad in the last year, you’re likely familiar with the testing mandate that all travelers need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken one day before flying back to the…
— The Points Guy
Couple to take legal action after their dog died on Hawaiian Airlines flight
Their 1-year-old pet English bulldog died on a flight from Las Vegas to…
— Hawaii News Now
European carriers are flying thousands of near-empty planes this winter just to keep their airport slots
Airlines in the EU have complained that other regions and continents are not imposing such…
— CNBC
Afraid of flying? These are officially the world’s safest airlines
Afraid of flying? These are officially the world's safest…
— EuroNews
Lodging
Marriott opens Autograph Collection hotel in Houston
The Laura Hotel is the former Hotel Alessandra in…
— Business Traveller
The Best Hotel Breakfasts Around the World, According to Tripadvisor Data
UK company Mornings.co.uk analyzed Tripadvisor reviews to find the best hotel breakfasts across 133 capital…
— Travel+Leisure
7 hotels you've seen in movies you can actually book
Almost nothing inspires travel like movies. From the confines of our couches and the movie theater, we can be whisked away from wherever we are to…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Best Road Trip Songs for an All-Star Travel Playlist
Our playlist of the best road trip songs is essential for beating boredom and keeping the party going on your next…
— TimeOut
10 Best Places to Go in March
March is filled with festivals, from cherry blossoms and music to art and wine. Plan a trip to one of these 10 best places to travel in March…
— AFAR
How to Protect Yourself From Travel Scams
Scammers are taking advantage of travelers when flights are delayed or canceled. Here's what to watch for, and how to report…
— The Street
Flying Taxis and Balloon Rides to Space Will Change Travel in 2022
Hover a flying car over the Grand Canyon in just 3…
— Thrillist
Today in History
Wyatt Earp Dies
An icon of the American West, Wyatt Earp was born on March 19, 1848. His tumultuous life included stints as a saloon keeper, a farmer, a law enforcement officer, a boxing referee, and a gold miner. Along with his brothers, the gunfighter and dentist, "Doc Holliday" and a small cadre of their assorted wives and female companions, the Earp brothers traveled from western town to town seeking their fortune. They are most famous for the "Gunfight at the O.K. Corral". Wyatt Earp eventually moved…
— Travel Research Online
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