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Wednesday February 15, 2023

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Destinations

Make Like a Queen on This Hot Solo Travel Trip to Spain
There’s a town in Spain so lovely, so ideal for solo travel, it’s literally fit for a queen—a solo queen, no less. After her husband (you know, the king) Alfonso XII died in 1885, Queen María Cristina began visiting San Sebastián on the regular, solidifying the town as her go-to summer…

This Small Town In Europe Is The Most Serene Place Imaginable
Just a 30-minute drive outside the Albania border lies a tranquil lakeside town in North Macedonia. This small town of 40,000 residents is a beautiful, treasured secret to locals in the region who come here for a weekend getaway or make it their summer escape. To others…

Singapore Just Relaxed Its COVID-19 Entry Protocol
As the world continues to reopen to travelers, Singapore is taking a major step in reducing travel requirements for entry into the country. In a recent announcement from Singapore’s Ministry of Health, the government has said they will be lifting COVID precautions including…

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Tours and Activities

Theme Park Capital: This City Is The Largest Us Travel And Tourism Destination
Home to Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and many other attractions, the city of Orlando was named the largest U.S. travel and tourism city destination for 2022 by the World Travel & Tourism Council. The city earned over $31 billion last year…

8 Great Weekend Getaways For Couples In The USA
Looking to escape the everyday grind with a picture-perfect getaway for two? Look no further. From mountains to beaches, big cities to small towns, sprawling national parks to epic West Coast drives, these eight destinations all over the USA will help you escape from it all. And…

Oldest Schoolhouse For Black Children In U.S. Relocated To This Historic Area In Virginia
The oldest schoolhouse in the country dedicated to the education of Black children now has a new home at Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. The Williamsburg Bray School was moved from the campus of William & Mary on February 10. The 18th-century building has an…

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Cruise

Just Back From Swan Hellenic Vega
The brash ice in Charlotte Bay is scattered like broken glass as far as the eye can see, and the Narnia-like setting is arguably more beautiful and tranquil than anything else I've ever witnessed before. Suddenly, the silence is broken by a 10-metre high iceberg fragmenting in…

Scenic Eclipse II Enters Final Build Phase Ahead Of Schedule
Scenic has announced that its newest luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, is now in her final phase with final fittings and sea trials. The cruise line’s newest addition will debut on April 13, 2023, sailing the 11-day Incredible Iberian Discovery itinerary. The itinerary sails…

Sun, Spa And Sisterhood: Why A Cruise Makes The Perfect Bachelorette Party
My hometown of Nashville is known for being the bachelorette party capital of the world as much as it is for being home to country music, so encountering groups of screaming girls in matching outfits walking around downtown is something I've grown used to. When I found…

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Transportation

New Bill Aims To Improve Transparency Around Disability-Related Air Travel Complaints
A new bill introduced by Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Deb Fischer (R-Neb) aims to increase transparency around disability-related complaints for air travel passengers. Data from the Government Accountability Office show the number of such complaints made to the…

Boeing, Airbus Strike Record Air India Deal as Travel Rebounds
Air India unveiled the largest plane order in the history of commercial aviation Tuesday, saying it would buy 470 Boeing (BA) and Airbus (AIR.PA) jets as global travel rebounds from the pandemic and India flexes its ambitions for economic and commercial growth. Air…

Biden & Department of Justice Seek To Block JetBlue-Spirit Merger
As previously reported on Travel Noire, JetBlue is looking to acquire Spirit Airlines. Experts believe the JetBlue Spirit merger could reshape the economy of the airline industry as we know it. Since the announcement of JetBlue’s intentions back in July of 2022, many people…

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Lodging

10 Best Luxury Eco-Resorts For Socially Responsible Travelers
One of life's greatest pleasures is traveling, yet it may also have a big negative influence on the environment. Making socially responsible decisions is crucial for travelers now more than ever as climate change and environmental degradation become more urgent challenges…

The Best Luxury Resorts to Visit in New England
Luxury resorts in New England exude a cozy and lavish ambiance amid the mountains, forests, and coastlines of the six states that comprise this region. Open seasonally or year-round, luxury New England inns or hotels reflect the charm of their waterfront or woodland…

Here's How Many Marriott Hotels Actually Have Resort Fees
President Joe Biden’s State of the Union speech earlier this month brought the travel industry into political crosshairs. The president called out surprise resort fees as a practice that could get banned under his proposed Junk Fee Prevention Act. Marriott customers, however…

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Other and Odd

Why People Are Buying Travel Insurance For International Trips
While international travel isn't quite hitting the levels it did in 2019 – pre-pandemic, it's still expected to make a strong recovery this year. Searches for international flights are up 64% so far in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to Kayak, an online travel agency and…

Travel Prices Are Soaring. Travelers Don’t Care
Consumers on both sides of the Atlantic are lumbering under the weight of hefty price increases for essential items. Yet, they are still splashing out on fancy vacations. Many Brits are skiing or visiting sunnier climes this week, as the traditional half-term school break gets…

Shaquille O'Neal Officiates 'Thousands' of Vow Renewals on Board Carnival Cruises for Valentine's Day
Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating Valentine’s Day in a big way on Tuesday, and we’re not talking about a box of chocolates or long-stemmed roses. The cruise line is hosting its largest ever vow renewal at sea with NBA basketball star Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal officiating the…

Today in History

Remember the Maine!
William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the…

Press Releases of Interest

Collette’s ‘Spotlight on Paris’ tour soars during Bon Voyage to Europe Sale
Pawtucket, RI (February 14, 2023) – Collette is celebrating Valentine’s Day by shining the spotlight on the Ville d’Amour, Paris. The “Spotlight on Paris” tour was the top selling Spotlight tour during the tour operator’s…


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