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Destinations
Greece to Remove COVID-19 Restrictions Starting Next Month - What's Changing
Starting May 1, Greece will stop requiring travelers to show proof of vaccination, a negative test, or proof of recovery to enter the…
— Travel+Leisure
8 Amazing Spots To Visit In May According To Our Travel Experts
From a national park to can't-miss events, here are the 8 places in the U.S. our writers love to travel to in…
— Travel Awaits
The Adventure Lover's Guide to Aruba
From skydiving to scuba diving, here are the best outdoor activities in…
— AFAR
Tours and Activities
This Will Be the Most Popular Summer Travel Weekend, According to a New Study
According to a new study the Fourth of July will be the most popular summer weekend for Americans to…
— Travel+Leisure
The 10 Best Places to Travel Internationally This Spring, Say Experts
From hotspots to hidden gems, here are the most ideal and picturesque international destinations worth scoping out before summer…
— Best Life
Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line Wants to Help With Your Travel Bucket List
Carnival is making a grand return to Alaska after a year where there was only a limited Alaska cruising season. Considered a bucket list destination by many passengers and potential…
— The Street
Live from the Brand New Celebrity Beyond | Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Porthole Cruise and Travel contributor Scott Eddy was live on board the new Celebrity Beyond as it sails from Southampton,…
— Porthole Cruise
Transportation
Air Travel Is More Expensive in 2022: Here Are Smart Ways to Save Money When You Fly
Going on a big trip this summer? With prices on the rise for gas, hotels and restaurants, these airline travel tips could help you cut…
— CNET
These Airlines Are Removing Anti-Maskers From Their Travel Ban Lists
It seems some airlines are keen to retract from past decisions by removing anti-maskers from their travel ban lists. Anti-maskers, who refused…
— Travel Noire
JetBlue Launches Plan to Reliably Deliver the JetBlue Experience
JetBlue today announced a series of investments that will set up the airline to reliably deliver the JetBlue experience during what is expected to be a record-breaking summer.…
— Yahoo Finance
Lodging
Massive new Hard Rock Hotel opens in Times Square
Today, the Hard Rock Hotel New York opens at northeast tip of Times Square, the latest massive hotel brand to open in the area since the…
— NY Post
Hawaii hotels fetched nation's highest daily rates in March
The occupancy rate at Hawaii hotels in March was fifth best among the nation's top tourism markets for the first quarter in a strong rebound from…
— Hawaii Star Advertiser
The Fine Art of Being a Good Hotel Guest
Some things may have changed since your last hotel stay, but one thing hasn't: Being a great hotel guest is all about…
— Food and Wine
Other and Odd
People are getting travel ideas from social media - often with hilarious results
Disappointed travelers are creating their own social media videos to show how photoshopped travel images look different from real places. …
— CNBC
Today in History
Tanzania comes into existence
Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Rental Escapes Announces Top 5 Most Popular Destinations for Luxury Villa Rentals This Summer
Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company that provides customized villa experiences, today released its Summer Travel Forecast, revealing its top five most popular summer travel…
— Travel Research Online
Canva Templates for Travel Professionals Produced by TRO and Voyager Websites Week of 4.25.22
Use these Canva Templates to market your travel agency on social…
— Travel Research Online
Outposts
A Portal to Portugal’s Finest
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday April 12, 2022
As the European country with the oldest consistent borders, Portugal is a multivariate experience. The cultural influences brought on by this 900 years of existence have added to the flavor of Portugal. And, though a smaller nation, it is busting at the seams with a lively culture and sublime scenery for the traveler to explore.
They say the stomach is the window to happiness, and Portugal is well on its way to being the perfect portal. The cafes and restaurants that line the streets are well known around the world for their culinary treats. These are often simple and delicious dishes: fresh baked bread with olive oil or cheese, or both smooth red wines and crisp, green wines (vinho verde). But, far more often, Portuguese dishes…
— Travel Research Online
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