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Destinations
21 of Europe's most underrated places
Sure, there's plenty of joy to be found sipping espresso outside a Parisian cafe or eating tapas in the heart of Barcelona. But Europe is also full of so many wonderful, underrated places. Whether you want to visit historic, overlooked cities or wild mountain ranges where few…
— CNN
Where to travel in Malaysia: three trips to suit your travel style
Futuristic skylines. Centuries-old temples. A backbone of primeval forests that run down to azure-fringed beaches. Welcome to multi-ethnic and multi-faith Malaysia. Learn about the country's colonial turbulent past, explore its expansive rainforests, or gorge on mouth-watering…
— National Geographic
The North Pole: One of Earth's last 'un-owned' lands
The world is filled with wondrous places, but there are still many far-flung corners of the globe that few people ever get to see. In their forthoming book, Remote Experiences: Extraordinary Travels from North to South, photographer David De Vleeschauwer and travel journalist Debbie…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
Christmas Markets in Europe to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
A distinctly European tradition, Christmas markets are essentially amusement parks for the winter holidays, bringing the spirit of the season to life in the form of treats, goods, and attractions. They’re not exactly hard to come by in Europe—Germany alone has almost 70…
— AFAR
'Secret menu' of Coca-Cola products available at Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Parks & Resorts is offering a "secret menu" of Coca-Cola products for a limited time, according to the company's website. The drinks are available through Nov. 30 on select Coca-Cola Freestyle machines inside Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, with some…
— USA Today
Top 8 Shows To See In Las Vegas This Winter
Las Vegas has long been a popular destination for those looking for a lively, thrilling, and glamorous getaway. From its uniquely themed hotels to flashy nightclubs, it’s no wonder why. Another important part of the Las Vegas experience is catching a show, from their high-flying…
— Travel Off Path
Cruise
At least 2 cruise ships stuck at sea as Tropical Storm Nicole approaches Florida ports
Several thousand passengers on two cruise ships this week are getting something they probably didn't expect when their cruises began more than a week ago: an extra day on the vessels. Holland America late Tuesday said its 2,668-passenger Rotterdam and 2,104…
— The Points Guy
Shore Power Could Be Coming to the Port of Galveston
The Port of Galveston could soon have shore power capability for compatible ships that dock there. The Galveston Wharves, Carnival Corporation, CenterPoint Energy, Royal Caribbean Group, Shell Trading Company, and Texas A&M University at Galveston are working together…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
Delta CEO Says Airline Is Expecting More Than 5 Million Travelers for Thanksgiving Week
Delta Air Lines is expecting more than 5 million travelers to take to the skies with the carrier over the Thanksgiving holiday week, and its CEO says the airline is ready for the crowds. Delta’s CEO Ed Bastian said the airline was “absolutely prepared” for the holiday rush in an…
— Travel+Leisure
New semi-high-speed train makes Laos more accessible than ever
The train is just north of Vang Vieng when the sound of a woman crying echoes through the carriage. "I'm sorry," sobs Ying, my seatmate on the journey north from Vientiane to Luang Namtha on Laos' new semi-high-speed railway, tears streaming down her face. "It's just been…
— CNN
Lodging
Waldorf Astoria Cancun Welcomes Guests to the Yucatan Peninsula
Hilton today announced the official opening of the Waldorf Astoria Cancun, its second Waldorf in Mexico—and the 200th Hilton in the Caribbean and Latin America. On 100 acres just 10 miles from the airport and 19 from the Cancun Hotel Zone, the oceanfront property is…
— Travel Research Online
When Completed, This Hotel Will Be The Largest In The World
Traditionally, Saudi Arabia is not known as a tourist destination. Many Americans view the country as a bit too conservative for a real vacation adventure. However, it doesn’t mean Saudi Arabia doesn’t have places of interest that vacationers would love to visit. Situated on the…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
Tropical Storm Nicole Shakes Up Travel in Florida and the Bahamas
It’s going to be another tough travel day in Florida and the Caribbean, as airports and beach towns close and cruise lines scurry to avoid Tropical-Storm-soon-to-be-Hurricane Nicole. American Airlines yesterday issued a travel alert for 20 airports in the eastern Caribbean and…
— Travel Research Online
Americans' 5 Worst Travel Fears And How To Avoid Them
Travel is fun, scary, exhilarating, freeing, and intimidating all at once. It’s no wonder Americans have a list of commonly held fears when it comes to traveling! In particular, 5 specific fears capture the imaginations of Americans, and we’ve broken them down below. According to a…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
The Berlin Wall
Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
We Need Small Ships That Are Safer for Seniors
by Steven Frankel
Wednesday November 09, 2022
When th e feds removed COVID testing before embarkation regulations a few months ago, most travel advisors and cruise execs cheered. Bookings exploded—in some cases exceeding pre-pandemic levels—and some stock analysts saw relief from the vast debt the Big Three has amassed.
— Travel Research Online
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