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Destinations
San Blas, Mexico: The holy grail for ecotourists and a birdwatchers' paradise
Long before Puerto Vallarta became a renowned beach destination on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, another community only 90 miles to its north was thriving. This was San Blas. Established in 1767, it was a bustling commercial and naval-shipbuilding hub at the time of Spain's conquest…
— USA Today
Maui vs Oʻahu: which is the better Hawaiian island to visit?
So you’re made the decision to head to Hawaii. Lucky you. Now comes the hard part: choosing which idyllic island to visit. Among the larger destinations, two finalists will quickly emerge: Oʻahu and Maui. Which of these two stars should you choose for your time in paradise? We’ve…
— Lonely Planet
Exploring Santa Monica Pier Makes For A Perfect Day In LA
Los Angeles is one of the best destinations to visit in California. The conurbation of Los Angeles would seem to disappear as visitors reach Santa Monica since it is bound on one flank by hills and the other by the seashore. The seaside hamlet embodies the idyllic Southern…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
How This NYC Neighborhood Is Working to Become One of America's Greenest Dining Destinations
Although restaurants — especially those in New York City — may not be the most eco-friendly entity, Manhattan neighborhood Nomad is championing ways to serve sustainably and is encouraging others to join. “The restaurant industry is a major contributor to air, water, and…
— Travel+Leisure
Cancun Has The Highest Number Of Clean Beaches In Mexico Despite Overtourism
Cancun is a highly sought-after international destination that sees millions upon millions of tourists arriving all-year round. Its massive popularity would lead you to think the quality of local beaches is decreasing dramatically – after all, more tourists generally result in more…
— Travel Off Path
Zimbabwe's stunning 80km safari train
We rattled out of Dete Station towards the north-eastern boundary of Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park, an eager dozen – nine tourists, two engineers and one safari guide – en route from Victoria Falls to the Ngamo Plains, an elephant-laden grassland where dwindling acacia…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
Diamond princess sets sail on maiden voyage from San Diego
Princess Cruises debuted its fourth home port in California this week as the newly refurbished Diamond Princess set sail from San Diego. With the addition of Diamond Princess, the line now offers four-, five- and seven-day itineraries from the West Coast, with some extending into…
— Travel Research Online
Is the era of amazing cruise deals coming to an end?
Are we in the waning days of the era of amazing cruise deals? Some industry watchers are suggesting as much as the cruise industry's rebound from a nearly three-year-long, COVID-19 pandemic-related downturn picks up steam. After a prolonged period that saw some cruise…
— The Points Guy
Seabourn Celebrates Seabourn Venture's Inaugural Voyage to Antarctica
Seabourn has reached another pivotal moment in the company’s history with Seabourn Venture making its first-ever visit to Antarctica. The line’s first purpose-built expedition vessel, Seabourn Venture marked its maiden voyage to the “Great White Continent” with an official…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
8 TSA Tips For Thanksgiving Travel You Can Use All Year Long
We’re entering one of the busiest times of the year for travel, which means security lines at the airport will be busy as well. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says to expect this uptick in travel to continue through November 27th. “We expect to be busier this…
— Travel Awaits
Singapore Airlines pulls Airbus A380 — and its famous Suites — from JFK
U.S. travelers are about to lose access to one of the most luxurious products in the sky. Singapore Airlines plans to pull its Airbus A380 from its fifth-freedom flight between New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and Frankfurt (FRA), the airline said Tuesday. It will operate the…
— The Points Guy
11 Tips for Avoiding Flight Cancellations and Delays (and What to Do When It Happens)
You have the perfect travel day planned, ready to head to a well-deserved vacation or head home to sleep in your own bed when it happens–your flight is canceled or delayed. It happens to every traveler eventually. Many delays are out of your hands, but there is a lot you can do…
— Fodor's Travel
Lodging
17 Charleston Hotels for a Truly Local Stay
With its antebellum architecture, laid-back beaches, and top-notch dining scene, it’s no wonder Charleston has shot up in popularity over the past decade. The city now attracts everyone from weekenders and groups of girlfriends to road-tripping families and couples…
— AFAR
52 Best Airbnbs in the U.S., From a Floating Florida Tiki Hut to a Luxe Utah Treehouse
If you're planning a cross-country road trip, or have some domestic travel in the books, you're likely considering staying in a vacation rental—so we've taken it upon ourselves to compile a list of the best Airbnbs in the U.S. Ask 100 people what makes an Airbnb “cool” and you’ll get…
— Conde Nast Traveler
These Are The 11 Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The USA
Hotel bills can be stressful sometimes because everything is charged separately. But with all-inclusive resorts, everything, ranging from meals to activities to drinks, is included in one package. And while the United States resorts aren't as recognized as Mexico's or the…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
How to Caribbean-Island Hop and Experience 13 Countries
Are you keen on visiting all 13 countries in the Caribbean? There’s an easy way to make that happen. By taking as few as four or five cruises throughout the Caribbean, you’ll be able to check off nearly all the countries. Some of these island nations are part of the U.S. Virgin…
— Fodor's Travel
Thanksgiving travel rush kicks into high gear
The eve of Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year. AAA predicts that 54.6 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home in the U.S. this week, a 1.5% bump over Thanksgiving last year and only 2% less than in 2019. The auto club says nearly 49 million of…
— CBS Miami
Thanksgiving Travel Delays Due To Storms And Cancellations: Here’s How To Avoid Them
An estimated 55 million will be traveling this Thanksgiving, and the last thing anyone wants getting in the way of their turkey plans is trip disruptions. AccuWeather’s experts have warned that there are some developing storms across the U.S. that could impact travel around the…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
The Birth of Henry McCarty
On this day in 1859, Henry McCarty was born. He would die a short 21 years later, but by that time most know him as William H. Bonney or, perhaps, Billy the Kid. Though he was born in New York City, Bonney…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Annual Season of Giving Back at The Travel Institute
FRAMINGHAM, MA, November 21, 2022 – The Travel Institute has launched its Season of Giving just in time for the holidays, once again featuring tuition assistance for its most popular training courses for travel…
— Travel Research Online
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