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Destinations
Bermuda Ends Travel Authorization Requirement—and Its $40 Fee
The bane of travelers and their advisors headed to the Caribbean is in its final days. Bermuda this week will end its requirement for travel authorization forms and the $40 per person fee that goes with them. Effective November 14, the country announced it will “streamline the…
— Travel Research Online
7 Destinations in the U.K. Where Locals Love to Travel
The U.K. has incredible variety. From chocolate box villages and royal palaces to wild mountainous landscapes and some of the most gorgeous coastline in the world, it’s a wonder anyone who lives in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland ever goes abroad. Though…
— Travel+Leisure
What's the difference between Dubai & Abu Dhabi?
Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? While only a little over an hour's drive from each other on the country's Persian Gulf coast, these two major metropolises are distinctly different. So which is the best? Let's hear the arguments from two writers before you decide…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
The World’s Most-Visited Glaciers Could Soon Be Gone
Making the World Heritage List from UNESCO, the United Nations’ educational, scientific and cultural organization, is a kind of gold seal of approval in the tourism world. The list, which began in 1978, has more than 1,150 sites nominated by their host nations and includes tourist…
— New York Times
10 local foods you must try in Italy's Piedmont region
In the gastronomic powerhouse that is Italy, the Piedmont region holds its head high. This northwest section of the country has culinary roots that are as French as they are Italian. Geography and generations of rule by the Savoy family add up to a cuisine that is rich in…
— USA Today
15 of the best things to do in Tulum: experience this city with two souls
Tulum is one of Mexico’s crown jewels, a place of picture-perfect beaches and ancient seaside ruins, where nature and art intertwine, and a boho-chic vibe permeates. It’s also a city with two souls – beach and town – and offers easy access to nightlife and good food plus…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Why the best value in travel right now might be a cruise
It's no secret that the cost of travel is soaring. The cost of flying has surged nearly 43% over the past year. Even basic hotels and resorts are charging eye-popping rates for rooms this fall, with average prices in some markets up more than 20%. But there's one type of trip where…
— The Points Guy
On these Uniworld river cruises, the itineraries are a mystery
Many cruise passengers choose their trip by itinerary, but on Uniworld Boutique River Cruises' new Mystery Cruises, the unknown is part of the adventure. Guests only get a few hints as to where they are going before their trip, such as letters with clues in the form of riddles that the…
— USA Today
Disney Assembles Record Group Of Superheroes For Marvel At Sea Sailings
Set sail with your favorites from The Marvel Cinematic Universe. Disney Cruise Line has assembled a record number of superheroes and villains for Marvel Day at Sea sailings in early 2023. For the first time, more than 30 Marvel superheroes and villains will be featured in the…
— Travel Awaits
Transportation
Inside the new business 'snuggle class' double beds
As the aviation industry looks towards a future with more videoconferencing and fewer business travelers filling business class seats, it's wooing upmarket leisure passengers to fill the gap. Airlines are hoping that more business travelers will bring along their partners for…
— CNN
19 dead after commercial flight crashes into Lake Victoria in Tanzania
A Tanzanian commercial flight operated by Precision Air crash-landed in bad weather in Lake Victoria on Sunday, killing 19 people. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said officials believe all bodies have been recovered from the airplane. “We’re starting to pull out the luggage and…
— CNN
Washington Metro to debut Dulles Airport–linking Silver Line rail extension just ahead of Thanksgiving travel bedlam
Dutiful sons, daughters, and assorted relations descending en masse on the nation’s capital and the surrounding D.C. metro region via Washington Dulles International Airport over the frenzied Thanksgiving travel period will be able to take advantage of a new and anxiously…
— The Architect's Newspaper
Lodging
Book These 10 Luxury Resorts For An Unforgettable Japan Vacation
Japan is one of the best travel destinations in the world, with several attractions, including colorful shrines, beautiful geisha districts, and some of the most stunning temples. The country is brimming with beautiful towns and cities, like its vibrant Tokyo, spectacular…
— The Travel
Walt Disney World Resort Closures Announced Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole's Arrival
With Tropical Storm Nicole approaching the east coast of Florida, Walt Disney World has announced some closures and cancelations that guests visiting should be aware of. For the safety of our Guests and Cast Members, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground…
— WDW Info
Are Luxury Hotels Worth the Price?
Travelers often wonder whether they should splurge or save money on a hotel, and you get a mix of opinions on this. Some people love staying in luxury hotels, meaning four- and five-star properties. Others have the philosophy that they aren't traveling to hang out in a hotel, so it's…
— The Motley Fool
Other and Odd
How I Travel: Pete Buttigieg Gets to the Airport Later Than You’d Think
The United States Secretary of Transportation has a clearly preferred mode of transportation. “Planes are always the most magical, ever since I was a little kid,” says Pete Buttigieg, who has worked on infrastructure legislation and a climate action plan since assuming office in…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Americans still plan to travel for the holidays but are looking to cut costs
Though the leaves are just beginning to fall in many parts of the country, the holidays are almost upon us. And for people who plan to travel, whether to visit family or take advantage of unused vacation days, rising prices are affecting every aspect of the booking process and…
— The Points Guy
The Future of Travel: Longer, More Meaningful Trips that Uplift Local Communities
Counting is so 2019. Today, travel is not about ticking off 1,000 places to see before you die. It’s about delving deeply into a destination rather than skipping over it like a stone, about engaging with local communities, being mindful of your environmental impact, and spending…
— AFAR
Today in History
The Beer Hall Putsch
On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and…
— Travel Research Online
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