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Destinations
These Picturesque French Towns Are Capping Visitor Numbers Due to Overtourism
Europe has been dealing with tourists and overcrowding for years, and towns in France are taking a stand, implementing quotas and reservation systems at some of the most popular sites throughout the countryside. The new provisions to avoid crowds, which vary by destination…
— Travel+Leisure
Beach closures, damage: What travelers can expect after the 'historic' Hawaii swells
Hawaii shores were rocked this past weekend by the “highest south shore surf in more than 25 years.” Wave faces at Honolulu’s Diamond Head reached heights of 25 feet on Sunday, according to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The high surf caused coastal flooding in…
— USA Today
One Woman on This Tiny Island Is Keeping Centuries-Old Culture Alive
Stepping onto Daufuskie Island is like being transported back in time. Spanish moss drips from live oak branches that sway in the breeze, waves lap against the shore, and a golf cart hums along a sand and shell path. It’s only a 30-minute ferry ride from Hilton Head, South Carolina…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
San Francisco’s Newest National Park Experience Boasts Stunning Golden Gate Bridge And City Views
It’s been 30 years in the making, but the highly anticipated Presidio Tunnel Tops national park space in San Francisco is now open. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on July 17 to officially open Presidio Tunnel Tops to the public. The ceremony also kicked off the opening season of free…
— Travel Awaits
Eat your way through the Cotswolds
From local produce and traditional pub experiences to Michelin-starred restaurants, the Cotswolds has a full range of food experiences on offer. Many talented farmers call the Cotswolds home, and with the farm-to-table movement going strong in the region, you can look forward to…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Disney Will Offer Cruises from Fort Lauderdale for the First Time in 2023
Disney Cruise Line has announced new fall cruises in 2023 and the cruise line will offer cruises from Port Everglades for the first time. With cruises from Florida, California and New York, adults and children alike will discover the wonder of the holidays aboard Halloween on the High Seas…
— Cruise Fever
Virgin Voyages Removes Pre-Cruise COVID Testing
In response to the conclusion of the CDC’s voluntary program, Virgin Voyages will remove the requirements for pre-embarkation testing. In a press release this morning, the cruise line also noted they would continue to consider the recommendations set forth by the organization, as…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
American Airlines reports record second-quarter revenue
While American Airlines yesterday reported positive results year to date, capacity remains an issue as domestic airlines continue to struggle with pilot and staffing shortages. American will continue to fly below 2019 capacity levels in the third quarter, but nevertheless,…
— Travel Research Online
U.S. Airports Are Seeing Fewer Delays, Cancellations, FAA Chief Says
Flight delays in the United States are finally starting to improve, the acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a recent interview. "We are keeping our eye on things. We've seen good improvements," Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen told Reuters on…
— Travel+Leisure
New Tourist Train Connecting Cancun To Major Tourism Destinations Will Launch Next Year
An exciting new railway system is set to be unveiled in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in 2023 after the government removed roadblocks surrounding its development. The controversial project will connect the popular hub of Cancun with countless towns, cities, and sites around the region like…
— Travel Off Path
Lodging
Peace and luxe experiences draw travelers to adults-only hotels
On my 40th birthday, I sipped a boozy concoction out of a pineapple and declared Jenga victory over my husband, Steve, before jumping in the pool and commandeering a diamond-ring-shaped raft. The milestone birthday in early 2021 took place at Maui’s Hotel Wailea, Hawaii’s sole adults…
— The Washington Post
10 LGBTQ-Friendly Hotels To Book In Palm Springs
It's impossible to forget that Palm Springs is more than just the world's golf capital. The city has an undeniably diverse offering of attractions, such as desert vistas of the San Jacinto Mountains seen from Coachella Valley and five-star hotels and restaurants. Palm Springs' LGBT resorts and…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
These Are The Top 7 Destinations For RVers This Summer (2022)
RVshare, the largest RV rental marketplace in the world, recently released the top destinations for RVshare travelers across the U.S. What do these destinations have in common? For starters, they are all parks. Whether nationally, state, or privately owned. That means outdoor adventure!…
— Travel Awaits
The true origin of Sasquatch
From a lookout above the Harrison River Valley in south-western British Columbia, dense forest stretches all the way to the snow-capped Coast Mountains on the Pacific shore. Thick with towering western red cedars, hemlock and Sitka spruce trees, the wilderness continues almost…
— BBC
Today in History
The First Solo Flight Around The World
With a co-pilot, Wiley Post had already flown around the world, setting a record in eight days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. Now, he wanted to accomplish the same feat solo. Using a newly developed autopilot and one…
— Travel Research Online
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— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
When € = $: What The Euro-Dollar Parity Means For Travelers Like Us
The weakness of the Euro (and the strength of the U.S. dollar) is unfortunate for the Europeans. Citizens in the Eurozone appear to have a tough winter and a potentially deep recession to endure in the months ahead. We hope that doesn’t come to pass, but what is clear is that the Euro is in decline, which may, or may not, be transitory.
Earlier this week, the Euro and U.S. dollar reached parity, and in fact, the Euro even dipped slightly below one U.S. dollar on Wednesday. Parity between the two major world currencies hasn’t happened in 20 years, and some analysts posit that the Euro has even further to…
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
American Airlines reports record second-quarter revenue
While American Airlines yesterday reported positive results year to date, capacity remains an issue as domestic airlines continue to struggle with pilot and staffing shortages. American will continue to fly below 2019 capacity levels in the third quarter, but nevertheless, projects increased revenues resulting from higher fares. Delta, United, and American have now all reported Q2 profits due to a strong travel rebound and higher…
— Travel Research Online
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