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CDC adds a new country to its 'high' risk category for travel, but Morocco leaves it
The CDC added one new destination on Monday to its "high" risk list for Covid-19. Azerbaijan, which borders the Caspian Sea between Iran and Russia, moved to Level 3, or "high" risk. Locations at Level 3 now account for more than 125 of the roughly 235 places monitored by…
— CNN
The best time to visit Seattle to avoid the rain (maybe)
Seattle: a city of hippies and hipsters, hi-tech and nature, craft beer and coffee, and rain. Lots and lots of rain. Or is it? Yes, Seattle gets more rainy days than most other cities in the United States, but it’s actually drier than, say, New York or Miami. When to visit depends on what you want to do…
— Lonely Planet
The royal roots of Quebec's French
It was a perfect sun-splashed summer afternoon as my mother and I meandered through Quebec City's old town, stopping at Place Royale, a 400-year-old cobblestone square of historical greystone buildings with dormer windows and pitched roofs in red, copper and slate. My mother was born…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
A Danish Tall Ship Will Dock at South Street Seaport in September—and You Can Board
With its steel hull, three masts, and 26 sails, the Danish training vessel Danmark will make quite the impression when it arrives in New York City’s harbor on September 16. This isn’t just a friendly stopover: The Danmark will welcome visitors aboard the ship to learn more about Denmark’s long…
— AFAR
Chicago Rooftop Bar Named Best in the US by Travel Website
Rooftop bars offering spectacular views aren't hard to come by in Chicago. But according to new rankings released by a travel website, one specific bar tops them all. In fact, the iconic establishment has been deemed the nation's top rooftop bar. The website Big 7 Travel released its…
— NBC Chicago
How These Parks Are Helping Color-blind Visitors Enjoy Fall Foliage
The first sign of fall—beyond a crispness in the air—is the transition of green and brown forests into prismatic seas of yellow, gold, orange, and red. For Scot Burner, it’s not that impressive of a sight. He discovered he was color-blind in elementary school. Blues and purples are the most…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Cruise
Uniworld to Become One of the First River Cruises to Drop Vaccine Requirements next Year
River cruise line Uniworld will drop its vaccination requirement next year, becoming one of the first major river cruises to do so and joining other large ship cruise lines in relaxing their COVID-19-era policies. The company will allow its current vaccine policy to expire after Dec. 31, and will no…
— Travel+Leisure
Norwegian Cruise Line’s new ship has a ridiculously big go-kart track — here’s why I loved it
Here’s a prediction: Eventually, the top decks of Norwegian Cruise Line ships will be entirely devoted to go-kart tracks. There will be no waterslides or pools. There won’t even be lounge chairs. You’ll just spend all your sea days zooming around and around on curvy roads in miniature…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
I’m a Professional Travel Writer—and I’ve Sworn Off Flying
After almost four days at sea, as I sat across from two Norwegian 20-somethings on the leather sofa in the cigar room wearing a frumpy sweater and pushing my glasses up my nose, I realized I had forgotten how to talk to people my own age. I didn’t have exact numbers for the average age…
— Thrillist
Another Airline Launches Unlimited Flight Subscription Model
Another large airline has joined the likes of Alaska Airlines in launching a new unlimited flight subscription model in recent days. After years of being forced to stay at home due to the pandemic ruining travel plans for millions of travelers, the idea of traveling non-stop for several…
— Travel Off Path
Lodging
'They are working harder than ever': How much should you tip hotel housekeepers
We’ve all been there – standing in our hotel room wondering how much (and how often) to tip housekeeping. For many travelers, the unspoken rules around tipping the housekeeping staff at U.S. hotels and resorts were already confusing before the pandemic. Now that COVID-19 protocols…
— USA Today
Going To Denali? Stay At This Backcountry Luxury Lodge
Denali National Park is the most popular national park in Alaska and one of the most accessible. It is located in Interior Alaska and is centered on the largest mountain in North America - Denali. The park is massive - larger than the state of New Hampshire. Denali is famous for being one of the…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
Avanti Partners With Philippine Tourism for Travel Advisor Education Opportunity
With the Philippines opening its borders to international tourists since February of 2022, the tropical paradise is looking to spread the word. Now, the wholesale tour operator Avanti Destinations and the Philippine Department of Tourism have collaborated in the creation of an…
— Travel Research Online
Safest Countries For Solo Female Travelers Revealed
The safest countries for female travelers around the world have been revealed. There are few things in life that are quite as rewarding, liberating and enjoyable as taking your first trip as a solo traveler. A trip taken fully on your own terms, without compromising on your travel plans or feeling…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
Mary Shelley
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, née Godwin, was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was subsequently raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She…
— Travel Research Online
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