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Destinations
36 Hours in Houston
The country's fourth-biggest city sits at the frontlines of climate change, immigration and political divide. That endless friction can be exhausting for residents and a turn-off for visitors — so much so that the chest-thumping unofficial motto of the city in recent years was “Houston. It's Worth It.” But…
— New York Times
12 Of The Best Things To Do In Italy
Italy, with its awe-inspiring art, architecture and food, is no background actor on the world's stage. The epicenter of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance, this European virtuoso practically groans under the weight of its cultural cachet. The challenge is not so much where to go…
— Lonely Planet
26 Ultimate Things to Do in St. Lucia
More than 22 dive sites, two UNESCO-listed peaks, one drive-in volcano, and endless adventures above and below the water. Here are the best and most memorable things to do in St. Lucia. Scenic St. Lucia refuses to be pigeonholed into any singular category. It’s a magnificent melting pot of…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Women Who Travel Podcast: California's Soul Food Scene With Chef Tanya Holland
Part of a three week series that explores all things cooking, gardening, and self-care in its many forms, Lale sits down with legendary restaurant owner, cookbook author, chef, and community activist Tanya Holland. Her restaurant, Brown Sugar Kitchen, became a focal point of the Oakland…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Bucket-List Beach Club: Phuket’s New Floating Party Experience
The Land of Smiles, better known as Phuket, will soon have a new entertainment experience that has the internet buzzing. Yona Beach Club, a floating club with 360-degree views, has plans to launch at the end of January 2023. It promises a party like never before. Located on the shores of…
— Travel Noire
Giant Indoor Waterpark Opening On East Coast In 2023: See Great Wolf Lodge's Biggest Park Yet
Great Wolf Lodge is set to open a massive 48-acre resort, it's largest yet, in Maryland later this year. The chain of indoor waterparks and family fun centers that features everything from winding water slides, obstacle courses, interactive "quests" and more, prides itself on being a one-stop shop for a…
— USA Today
Cruise
Cruise Line Expands Casinos with Non-Smoking Sections
A cruise line has expanded the casino on five different cruise ships and added a non-smoking section on three others. Holland America Line has announced the expansion of the casinos on Pinnacle and Signature class cruise ships by adding more than 140 of the newest and most popular…
— Cruise Fever
Are Cruise Lines Increasing Gratuities in 2023?
It’s early in the new year, but some cruise lines are already raising standard gratuities. Lines with early increases include Carnival, Holland America Line and Princess, along with Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises. Nearly all mainstream cruise lines, and some premium lines, have raised…
— Cruise Critic
Transportation
Why I'll Always Take A Sleeper Train Over A Plane
I love traveling more than most other things in life, but I’ll never warm up to scrambling to the airport three hours early just to sit around waiting for the plane to show up. I know it’s better to show up early on the off chance that security is crazy slow and I need to allow more time, but…
— Travel Off Path
FAA Outage: US Airline Regulators Blame Contractor For Travel Chaos
US air safety officials say that the glitch that led to travel chaos at airports last week was actually caused by a contractor deleting files on a crucial computer server used by pilots. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the worker "unintentionally deleted files" on the Notice to Air…
— BBC
Train Station's Opening In Bangkok Ushers In New Travel Era
Thailand ushered in a new age of train travel on Thursday as Southeast Asia’s biggest railway station officially began operations. The government says the huge, modern development on the edge of central Bangkok will bolster the country’s position as a regional hub and boost its economy…
— ABC News
Lodging
Hotel Arbez: Where You Can Sleep In Two Countries At The Same Time
"You are in room nine, it's one of our binational rooms," the hotel manager confirmed with a smile, handing over an old-school metal key. I could hardly contain my delight. If the prospect of showing up at a hotel not knowing which country I would be sleeping in that night was already thrilling…
— CNN
10 Hotels In Las Vegas With Unique Indoor Pools
Las Vegas has incredible resorts and luxurious hotels that attract the wealthiest people from around the world. People visiting Las Vegas can't fail to find a hotel that fits their needs; whether they're looking for a hotel with a room fit for a king or one with extravagant indoor pools, there really is…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
How A Government Debt Ceiling Crisis Could Affect Future Travel
The U.S. government has just reached its debt ceiling for the first time since 2011. Though lawmakers funded the federal government through the end of the fiscal year 2023 in December, they still borrow money to fund ongoing operations via a debt ceiling. “The federal government is…
— The Points Guy
1.4 Billion People Will Have to Apply for an ETIAS Authorization Before Travelling to EU from November 2023
1.4 billon people from over 60 different world countries, who currently travel to the 27 Schengen Area countries without having to obtain a short-stay visa, will have to apply for an online travel authorization before any trip to the Member States, starting from November 1, 2023. The European…
— Schengen Visa Info
Today in History
The US Hostages are Released
On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of…
— Travel Research Online
The Rosen Report
Riding the Wave: Travel Advisors Hang On as Cruise Sales Soar
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday January 20, 2023
From sm all towns and big cities, headed down the Mississippi or up the Mekong, would-be travelers are lining up to book trips this month. Travel advisors who are new to the industry are thrilled with their choice of career—but even many seasoned experts are calling this their best year ever.
— Travel Research Online
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week’s post, we talked about the trend toward longer river cruises, longer than seven days, that is. Nearly all of the major river cruise companies now offer long cruises, with some itineraries approaching two months in duration. Two months? That wouldn’t bother our reader Linda at all.