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Destinations
Florida's Sunny City: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Fort Myers & Things To Do There
Fort Myers may not be as popular as Florida’s larger cities like Miami, Orlando, or Tampa, but it still boasts a reputation for being a major tourist destination. In fact, according to the official Fort Myers city website, this city welcomes about 5 million visitors annually, which is no mean…
— The Travel
23 of the best things to do in Dublin: top tips for a memorable experience
Asmall capital with a huge reputation, Dublin is a multicultural, artistic city brimming with incredible architecture, beautiful green spaces and great opportunities for entertainment. While traces of Ireland's Viking past have been largely washed away, the city is a living museum of…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
10 Cities Around The World That Promise An Unforgettable New Year’s Eve
Traveling during New Year’s Eve can be off-putting sometimes: it’s the peak season, everything is expensive, and throngs of partygoers crowd the streets. But for those who dare to venture out, unforgettable experiences await. Certain cities promise to make it a New Year’s Eve…
— The Travel
The 8 Essential Houston Restaurants Every Traveler Should Try
Houston defies all culinary expectations of a Texan city. Sure, there are more steak houses, Tex Mex food trucks, and barbecue joints than you can shake a stick at, but here in Bayou City, bánh mì sandwich shops, soul food restaurants, and West African diners rest comfortably next…
— AFAR
We Now Know When Super Nintendo World Opens At Universal Studios Hollywood
The Mario Bros. have been part of the gaming world for nearly four decades, taking players to the magical world of the Mushroom Kingdom full of princesses and dragons. Now gamers and others can become part of that world. Nintendo World will open on February 17, 2023, at the…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
You Can Charter the 'Glass Onion' Yacht—and It's as Glamorous as It Appears in the Movie
Taking place on a private Greek island, the trip in Rian Johnson’s newest Knives Out movie, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, would be undeniably indulgent—if not for the murder mystery and seemingly never-ending plot twists. Still, for a lofty price, you can turn some of…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Carnival Celebration Announces New Activities For Kids And Families In 2023
Finding activities for children, teens, and families to share while cruising can sometimes be a challenge. Carnival Cruise Line is doing something about that. Carnival is introducing an expanded youth program in spring 2023, introducing some new activities as well as an update…
— Travel Awaits
What is the MSC Yacht Club? Take a look at MSC Cruises' luxury suite area
MSC Cruises sails beautiful new ships from U.S. home ports, but its inviting sun decks can be crowded, and you're likely to encounter queues for dinner reservations and guest services. The trick to creating a more luxurious experience on this big-ship cruise line is to book a stay in the…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
UK Passport Control Strike
Bah humbug. British passport control workers will be the newest class of workers to go on strike today, in a move bound to slow things for US travelers trying to enter the country. About 1,000 passport control workers at six airports—Heathrow, Birmingham, Cardiff, Gatwick…
— Travel Research Online
Traveling Across Spain Will Be Easier Than Ever With The New High-Speed Trains
Train travel is gaining more and more popularity in Europe, especially in Spain, where train connections are convenient and modern and keep expanding. Last Monday, the Spanish high-speed AVE trains inaugurated a new route connecting Madrid, the capital, to the beautiful city…
— Travel Off Path
The Alaska Railroad Reveals Spectacular Views and Remote Communities
It’s still dark outside when the conductor leans out of the midnight blue- and gold-painted locomotive, cups his hand to his mouth, and gives the call: “ALLLLL ABOARD!” Our group embarks the Alaska Railroad and ascends a narrow spiral staircase to the Adventure Class—a…
— AFAR
Lodging
Top 6 All-Inclusive Resorts In The Bahamas
Home to sparkling, clear waters and year-round sun, the Bahamas are the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Staying at an all-inclusive resort during your trip is a great way to make sure your vacation is truly relaxing – you’ll only have to worry about picking the right resort and…
— Travel Off Path
Airbnb Just Revealed Its Most Wish-listed Ski Vacation Homes of 2022 — See the Dreamy Rentals
Nothing says a perfect winter day than a crisp, bluebird morning on the slopes — and the only thing that can make that better is ski-in-ski-out access. Luckily, Airbnb allows travelers to search by category so they can find the ultimate mountain home. This year, the company…
— Travel+Leisure
7 Stunning Hotels to Experience in Cape Town
The Mother City's hotel scene has something for every traveler, from rooftop bars to rural winelands. Cape Town is one of those exceptional cities that has something for everyone. You can just as easily go for a hike in the mountains to watch the sunrise as you can sample…
— Fodor's Travel
Other and Odd
The Hosted Travel Advisor Report Offers a Snapshot of the Industry
It takes three years for travel advisors to hit their highest income potential—and about a third of that comes from fees. Indeed, in 2022, travel advisors who charge fees earned almost twice as much as those who did not. That’s just one of the interesting findings of The Hosted Travel…
— Travel Research Online
Travel abroad is poised 'for a big comeback' in 2023 as Americans eye trips to Asia, Europe
Americans are poised to travel overseas in a big way in 2023. Households are continuing to unleash two or three years’ worth of pent-up demand as Covid-19 fears wane and the last vestiges of pandemic-era border restrictions have eased. The U.S. dollar also remains relatively…
— CNBC
A dangerous storm disrupts travel and knocks out power across the U.S.
The massive, deadly winter storm bringing whiteout blizzards, stinging winds and frigid temps well below average to much of the U.S. continues to cause Christmas weekend travel havoc, power outages to hundreds of thousands and warnings from officials about potentially life…
— NPR
Today in History
George Washington Crosses the Delaware
On December 26, 1776, George Washington took temporary control of Trenton, New Jersey in the Battle of Trenton. The trek to Trenton required a crossing of the Delaware River in the dead of winter. Due to these…
— Travel Research Online
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