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Destinations
3 Reasons Why This Is The Perfect Time To Visit Japan Now That The Border Is Open
This fall, Japan is finally allowing vaccinated Americans to travel without being part of an organized tour group for the first time since the pandemic began. If you’ve been saving some bucks for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Imperial Asian jewel, now is the perfect time to book…
— Travel Off Path
Your ultimate guide to Raja Ampat, where oceans collide
The 1500 islands, cays and shoals that make up Raja Ampat lie on prime real estate at the heart of the Coral Triangle, a biodiversity hot spot where the Pacific and Indian Oceans collide. Likened to the “Amazon of the seas,” this tropical labyrinth holds one of the world’s highest…
— Lonely Planet
How to Save Big on Your Next Hawaii Vacation
Hawaii is a special spot with more than 100 islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean. But only seven of these islands are inhabited today—and only six of them can be traversed by tourists. Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, and the Island of Hawaii (which is commonly referred to as…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Disney World, Universal Orlando among Florida theme parks closing ahead of Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian churns closer, Florida's theme parks are hurriedly preparing for its arrival. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, just miles from where the hurricane was previously expected to make landfall, was the first park to shutter ahead of the storm on Tuesday. Walt Disney World…
— USA Today
You Can Hike To Kentucky's Only Abandoned Ghost Ship
In the center of the nation, just off the Ohio River, far from the ocean, lies a ghost ship. Kentucky seems an unlikely place to find a United States Navy ghost ship. The USS Phenakite (also called USS Sachem) was a converted yacht that served in both World Wars and today sits…
— The Travel
Owamni: The US' best new restaurant?
On the back patio at Owamni – the Minneapolis, Minnesota, restaurant owned by Sean Sherman and Dana Thompson – the late-evening sun cast my dessert in a natural spotlight. Marigold-coloured agave squash caramel cascaded slowly down the sides of a sunflower-seed…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
Virgin Voyages Is Offering 50% Off Cruises for the Next Month – How to Book
Travelers looking to experience Virgin Voyages can score a major discount — up to 50% the originally advertised fare — on most sailings through the end of 2022. In partnership with Bilt, a rewards program and credit card that allows tenants to earn points on rent, travelers can…
— Travel+Leisure
At least 5 cruise ships stuck at sea as Hurricane Ian closes Florida ports
Thousands of passengers on cruise ships this week are getting something they probably didn't expect when their cruises began a few days ago: extra days at sea. The closure of three major Florida cruise ports Tuesday and Wednesday due to the approach of Hurricane Ian — Port…
— The Points Guy
Disney Cruise Line Drops Vaccine Requirement
Some great news on this Tuesday morning! Disney Cruise Line has removed mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations from their list of embarkation protocols starting October 14, 2022. Unvaccinated guests will be allowed to sail, but will still be required to test negative for COVID…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
Is TSA PreCheck or Clear Better for Frequent Travelers?
Which is better: TSA PreCheck vs Clear? The answer depends on which airports you typically fly from, as not every airport has both options. Both are primarily for domestic air travelers or when flying internationally from (but not to) the United States. For those entering the U.S.…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Multiple Florida airports close, airlines issue travel waivers in preparation for Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian approaches Florida's Sarasota County, some Florida airports have announced closures, and airlines are offering travel waivers for those impacted. Many travelers have already had their plans disrupted. Nearly 2,000 U.S. flights slated for Wednesday have been…
— USA Today
New JetBlue App Aims To Solve Trip-Planning Headaches For Family And Friends
Just about every airline has an app to allow for the purchase and travel of their flights. But JetBlue is taking it to another level. The airline has introduced Troupe, an app that allows for group planning. The app allows everyone planning a family reunion, golf getaway, bachelor…
— Travel Awaits
Lodging
10 New Standout Hotels in Asia
From ryokans overlooking rice fields to resorts on private islands, there’s no shortage of inviting places to stay in Asia. Here are 10 noteworthy newcomers — a modest selection given the hundreds of tantalizing properties that have opened since the beginning of the pandemic. Yet…
— New York Times
Airbnb Lists Hocus Pocus Cottage Ahead of Halloween
Thirty years ago, a witch named Winifred Sanderson sang, “I put a spell on you, and now you’re mine,” and though it was just a scene from a Halloween movie for children, the sentiment holds—Hocus Pocus has been firmly nestled in the pantheon of spooky season…
— AFAR
These Are The Most Affordable Sandals Resorts, Ranked By Cost
Sandals Resorts is an adult-only vacation destination for couples celebrating their anniversary, honeymoon, or babymoon, and also offers wedding ceremonies. However, it is known for being one of the luxurious beach destinations globally, which demands a considerable amount from…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
7 things to know about traveling during a hurricane
As Hurricane Ian churned toward the Gulf Coast of Florida on Tuesday, airports closed, residents and tourists fled mandatory evacuation zones and people who stayed were making last-minute preparations. The Category 3 storm is expected to make landfall Wednesday night…
— The Washington Post
How To Plan Long-Term Travel (With Tips That Actually Help)
Planning long-term travel seems like a daunting task, and visitors are not always sure exactly where to draw the line when the usual short-term vacation changes everything and last many months or even a year. Regardless of how long one takes to experience new places, planning is…
— The Travel
Feeling Burned Out? Travel Experts Share The Best Destinations For Black Women To Recharge
Black women are real-life superheroes. We juggle our studies, work, and businesses with everything else we have going on, including relationships, motherhood, auntie-hood, and all that falls in between, gracefully. But all superheroes need a break because the burnout is rea…
— Essence
Today in History
The Norman Invasion
For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's…
— Travel Research Online
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