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Destinations
New York's Busiest Borough: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Manhattan & Things To Do There
Manhattan is often the first destination within New York City that visitors head to—and it’s often the busiest of the city’s five boroughs. As a major financial and commerce hub, with various neighborhoods and world-famous landmarks, out-of-towners can come across many places in…
— The Travel
Nashville Travel Guide - The Music City With So Much To Give
Nashville is a destination that offers so much more than meets the eye. While music is undeniably at the front and centre, it’s a city packed with culture, vibrancy and unmissable experiences. Read our Nashville Travel Guide to find out more about what to do, see and where to eat when visiting…
— Seen In The City
The 15 Best Things To Do In Croatia: Palaces, Parks And Plenty Of Wine Tasting
There’s much more to Croatia than its glittering Adriatic coast. While you absolutely shouldn’t miss all those dazzling islands and the beauty of Dubrovnik and Split, the country also offers sophisticated culture in Zagreb, baroque beauty in Varaždin and a range of landscapes throughout…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
The King's Highway: The Road That Reveals Jordan's History
"Welcome to Jordan!" a group of kids shouted excitedly, as I stepped out of the car to admire the sun setting over the vast sandstone canyon of Wadi Mujib. While I stood on the cliff's edge, awestruck by the mountain ranges stretching to the Dead Sea, a black-and-white hooded wheatear…
— BBC Travel
Copenhagen's Famed Noma Restaurant Is Shutting Down
The famed Danish restaurant Noma, which has claimed the title of world’s top restaurant several times, said Monday, January 9, it will shut down to transform itself into “a pioneering test kitchen” dedicated to “food innovation and the development of new flavors.” Chef Rene Redzepi’s house of…
— AFAR
When Can You See Humpback Whales In Hawaii? Tips For A Great, Sustainable Excursion
It was only about 20 minutes since our catamaran launched from Oahu's Waianae Boat Harbor and we were already in the presence of humpback whales. The captain of the boat, Captain Florence "Flow" Conin , turned off the boat because federal law states that no one, from boaters to…
— USA Today
Cruise
Some Of Your Favorite Music Venues Are Going Away On This Line's Cruise Ships
Fans of music on Holland America Line's ships will want to brace themselves for this news. The line is revamping some of its musical offerings, moving them to different venues and eliminating some completely on select ships. First, the line's partnership with the Lincoln Center for the Performing…
— The Points Guy
Exclusive: First Look at P&O Cruises' New Ship Arvia Ahead of Maiden Caribbean
P&O Cruises new ship Arvia opened the gangways to press and trade partners in Southampton ahead of its maiden Caribbean cruise. The 5,200-passenger ship set sail on Friday for Tenerife where it is due to arrive today (Jan 10), before setting sail for Barbados. Arvia is a sister to P&O…
— Cruise Critic
National Geographic Details Three Chartered 2024 European River Cruises
National Geographic has announced its 2024 lineup of National Geographic Expeditions river cruises. Unlike cruise line Lindblad Expeditions’ partnership with National Geographic, these voyages are chartered on river ships from AmaWaterways. The voyages feature experts with strong ties to…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
TSA Stops Woman from Bringing Boa Constrictor on Flight in Tampa
A Florida traveler tried to bring a real snake on a plane, claiming the animal was an emotional support pet. The boa constrictor, named Bartholomew, was caught in someone’s carry-on luggage during security screening at the Tampa International Airport, according to the Transportation…
— Travel+Leisure
Virgin Atlantic Will Fly the First-Ever Transatlantic Flight With Net-Zero Emissions
The new year is shaping up to be a momentous one for the aviation industry, as British airline Virgin Atlantic recently announced it will operate the world’s first transatlantic flight to achieve ‘net-zero’ carbon emissions. Scheduled to fly from London Heathrow to New York JFK in late 2023, the…
— Condé Nast Traveler
I Just Flew These 2 Kid-Friendly International Airlines — Here's What Us Airlines Could Learn From Them
Flying with young children is no easy feat. You're stuck in cramped quarters for long periods on a schedule that's only sometimes conducive to the family dynamic. That's on top of the dreaded look you may inevitably get from some other passengers when you step on the plane with a little one…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
Walt Disney World Announces Resort Stays That Include Free Dining — What You Need To Know
If you’re booking a trip to Disney this summer, there’s a special new offer for you. You can get up to $750 on your Disney Dining Promo Card when you book a 5-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Disney Resorts. When you purchase a non-discounted…
— Travel Awaits
These Are The Most Popular Caribbean Resorts For 2023
The Caribbean is one of the most unique places in the world. Thousands of islands dot the tropical waters of the Caribbean Sea. Landscapes range from deserted white sand beaches to lush rainforests and towering volcanoes. This raw natural beauty combined with friendly people, luxury…
— Travel Off Path
Airbnb Investigating Host Who Allegedly Denied Gay Couple From Booking
Airbnb is investigating a Dallas-based host who allegedly denied a gay couple from booking on its platform. “Discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation has no place on Airbnb, and we take reports of violations of our nondiscrimination policy incredibly seriously,” a spokesperson tells Travel…
— Travel Noire
Other and Odd
With New China Travel Restriction In Place, Asian Americans Urge Nuanced Caution
Following the Biden administration’s implementation of a new Covid-19-related travel requirement for passengers flying in from China, Asian American advocates and experts are urging caution and nuance amid years of heightened anti-Asian violence. Several Asian American organizations and…
— NBC News
Taraji P. Henson's Sabbatical In Bali Reminds Us To Reset
“F**k that job.” These are the words from Taraji P. Henson – aka one of the greatest actresses of our times – who is living her best life in Bali. The Oscar-winning actress recently opened up about the need for a solo trip to find herself on Angie Martinez’ In Real Life podcast. “I’m about to go to…
— Travel Noire
Today in History
The London Underground
On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Cheers to ’22 & A Look Ahead for ’23: There are No Shortcuts for Quality Education
Last year, I was grateful for the collective progress our industry had made with so many consumers once again traveling. Fast forward, this year has been even more exciting as a record number of individual agents turned to…
— Travel Research Online
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