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Wednesday May 18, 2022

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Destinations

US to relax some Trump-era sanctions on Cuba
The United States will ease some of the Trump-era restrictions on Cuba, the Biden Administration, in line with campaign promises, announced…

Japan to reopen to tourists for first time in 2 years with a "test tourism" program
The Japan Tourism Agency has determined to conduct a "test tourism" program in May prior to a full opening to travelers. Small group…

Everything you need to know about Nice before you hit the French Riviera
The queen of the French Riviera, Nice drips elegance and panache. Here are some things to know before you arrive to help you fit in with the…

Travel Guide To Cairns: The Gateway To The Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is one of nature's finest handwriting. And if Cairns is the gateway, a travel guide must be a close…

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Tours and Activities

On Safari in the Transylvanian Alps, Where Bison Roam Once More
In Europe, "rewilding" is aiding the reintroduction of key animal species, including bison, which visitors can track in the forests and meadows of western…

150 Years of Yellowstone
Signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant, America's first national park was set aside to preserve and protect the scenery, cultural heritage, wildlife, geologic and ecological systems…

Birding Around the World: A Beginner's Guide
From birding trips, to testimony from birders, to learning to bird in the city, to gear recommendations, here's everything you need to start…

Disney Cruise Line Requiring Fully Vaccinated Guests to Provide Own COVID-19 Test
Disney Cruise Line has updated their COVID-19 testing requirements for all sailings departing the U.S.A. or Canada on or after June…

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Cruise

Search ends for woman who fell from cruise ship in Alaska's Inside Passage
The search was conducted by boat and a helicopter in the waters near Eldred Rock in Lynn Canal, about 20 miles west of…

Cruise lines cap ship capacity, close restaurants due to crew shortages
Two Carnival Corporation brands are suffering from crew shortages, but the reasons the lines cite for the lack of extra hands on deck couldn't be more…

American Cruise Lines Opens 2022 Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise Season
American Cruise Lines announced today that the 2022 river cruise season on the Columbia and Snake Rivers has begun. In April, American celebrated the…

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Transportation

United to resume their 777's to service
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has cleared United Airlines for the return of 52 Boeing 777s grounded after an engine failure in…

7 business class travel tips and tricks from one first-timer to another
If you're soon to embark on your first international business-class trip, here are seven business-class travel tips and tricks you should know – and that were new to me on my recent transatlantic…

China Eastern Airlines crash that killed 132 may have been intentional
The Chinese airliner that crashed into a mountain in March was put into a near-vertical nosedive by someone in the cockpit, The Wall Street Journal reported…

A severe pilot shortage in the U.S. leaves airlines scrambling for solutions
The U.S. is facing its worst pilot shortage in recent memory, forcing airlines to cut flights just as travelers are returning after more than two years of the Covid-19…

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Lodging

7 New NYC Hotels to Get Excited About
New York's revival includes exciting hotel openings, like the Casa Cipriani in the Financial District, an Ace Hotel in Brooklyn, and a reimagined Park Lane…

This Hotel on a Charming Island in Florida Was Just Named the Quietest in the U.S.
Does your dream vacation involve plenty of peace and quiet? We've got just the spot for…

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Other and Odd

5 Creative Ideas That Saved Hospitality, Travel And Benefit Consumers
Hotels and restaurants became super creative in the past two years at finding ways to keep their businesses running and some of the more innovative ideas are being continued. Here are five clever ideas that we consumers are benefiting…

CDC: Africa tourism favorite now at 'high' risk for Covid-19
The CDC placed the popular African destination, along with three other spots, in the "high" Covid-19 risk category for travelers on…

Today in History

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens
Mount St. Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century but were quickly forgotten by all…

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Departures

The Journey AND the Destination: The Wonders of Northern Canada by Rail

Untouched wilds have always been a draw in Canada’s north. With glass-like lakes surrounded by thick forests of coniferous trees and the snow-covered landscapes of mountains and the arctic tundras, northern Canada is an adventure of scenery. The addition of watching polar bears in their natural habitat, or hanging out with beluga whales, and northern lights that illuminate the skies make for a one-of-kind trip. This is particularly true on VIA Rail Canada’s adventure route, which provides a panoramic dome for maximum viewing pleasure.

VIA Rail Canada’s northern rail line is an adventure away from the lights and traffic of the cities to the south. The route, aptly named the Winnipeg—Churchill train, travels from Winnipeg to Churchill, Manitoba. This…

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