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Destinations
Watch Out for These 10 Common Scams When You're in Italy This Summer
Italy is a relatively safe country in terms of violent crime, but times are tough, people are shrewd, and there are a few common (yet frustratingly ingenious) tourist scams to be aware of. Some may even go so far as to call it a game: scam the foreigner–except no one…
— Fodor's Travel
10 Most Beautiful California Small Towns You Should Visit
California offers a diverse range of attractions, from beaches to vineyards, deserts, and delicious food, making it a desirable vacation destination. While California's big cities offer plenty of excitement, its small towns have a unique charm that can make for unforgettable…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
Disney World Brings Back All Annual Passes For First Time Since 2021: What To Know Before Buying
For the first time in nearly a year and a half, Disney fans can purchase new annual passes for Walt Disney World, regardless of where they live. Disney World paused sales of most new annual passes in November 2021. Only the Pixie Pass, which is limited to Florida…
— USA Today
Fatteh: A Layered Dish Of Bread And Yoghurt
Of all the traditional meals found in Lebanon, fatteh, a layered dish of poached meat or chicken, chickpeas, toasted pita bread and garlic yoghurt topped with pine nuts, might be the simplest to prepare – and one of the tastiest. Fatteh has a long history in Middle Eastern…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
Do You Need to Be Vaccinated to Cruise? It Depends on the Ship and Destination
When cruising restarted in spring 2021, after a nearly 15-month pandemic-spurred shutdown imposed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cruisers faced a barrage of rules, including strict requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations and precruise…
— AFAR
Holland America Line Marks 150th Anniversary In Rotterdam
Holland America Line has marked its 150th anniversary with celebrations in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, attended by royalty, local dignitaries, port officials and the cruise line’s guests. The cruise line’s ship, Rotterdam, arrived at the Port of Rotterdam in the…
— Cruise and Ferry
Viking Cruises Voted First in Food & Wine's Inaugural Global Tastemakers Awards
Food & Wine readers voted Viking Cruises the Best Cruise Line in the publication’s first Global Tastemakers Awards. Viking Cruises was number one in the Cruise Line category for its “inventive culinary programs across its river, ocean, and expedition voyages…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
Is The Eurail Pass Worth It For Traveling In Europe This Summer?
Are you planning a trip to Europe this summer? Here’s what you need to know about the Eurail Pass and whether or not it’s worth it for travelers. The Eurail Pass allows you to travel between 33 European countries by train for one price. There are various passes available…
— Travel Off Path
This Influencer Started a Petition to Protect Plus-size Travelers While Flying — and It Has Thousands of Supporters
Thousands of people have signed a petition demanding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) create a policy that spells out guidelines airlines must follow to accommodate plus-size passengers. The Change.org petition, which was created by plus-size travel…
— Travel+Leisure
FAA Briefly Halts All Southwest Flights Again — Then Allows Flights To Resume
Southwest Airlines experienced some turbulence this morning, but the skies are blue again and its horizon is clear once more. The problem appears to have started around 10:30 a.m. Eastern today but was resolved within about an hour. “This morning @SouthwestAir…
— Travel Awaits
Lodging
Best Resort Hotels In Hawaii
Although it's part of the U.S., a trip to Hawaii feels like visiting another country, thanks to the islands' otherworldly landscapes and the vibrant Hawaiian culture. Even from one island to the next, visitors are bound to discover differences. The same goes for hotels and…
— The Points Guy
10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Texas Resorts Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank
There are many great reasons to visit the Lone Star State, even though more popular destinations like New York, California, and Florida tend to overshadow it. Texans take great pride in their state, from its delicious cuisine and fascinating history to its diverse natural…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
The Top-Rated First-Time Solo Travel Destinations
With trending videos for travel tips and #solotravel garnering over 3 billion views on TikTok, it’s clear that social media is embracing a solo travel revolution. Searches for “first-time solo travel” climbed by 350% in March 2023, while searches for “is solo travel worth it”…
— Travel Noire
Travel to These European Countries Expected to Be Affected by Strikes in April & May
Industrial actions organised by many dissatisfied workers in different sectors have overcome the European countries since the year began. Consequently, travelling has been severely affected, with airlines cancelling flights, experiencing disruptions, warning delays, or…
— SchengenVisaInfo.com
Today in History
The Mariel Boatlift
On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
As Ramadan Wraps Up Travelers Describe Collette’s ‘Colors Of Morocco’ Tour As ‘Powerful Experience’
Pawtucket, RI (April 19, 2023) – Collette saw a surge in rave reviews of its “Colors of Morocco” small group explorations tour last year. Travelers valued their time on the 15-day tour through Morocco. A total of 155…
— Travel Research Online
Publishers Corner
We need a bit more naiveté
by Richard Earls
Sunday April 16, 2023
"Continuous effort, not strength or intelligence, is the key to unlocking our potential." ~ Winston Churchill
What is the calculus of success? Is there a formula to being really good at whatever you most want to do?
One of the really great characteristics about children is their unfailing knowledge they can do anything. Draw a picture? Hand them the crayons. Play the drums? Give them those sticks. Converse about the universe? Have a seat and lend an…
— Travel Research Online
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Supplier Profile
G Adventures: Changing the World through Community Tourism
 When it comes to travel, we often think about the sights we’ll see, the food we’ll eat, and the experiences we’ll have. But what if we could travel in a way that not only benefits us, but also the communities we visit? That’s where G Adventures comes in.
Founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, G Adventures is not just a travel company, but a social enterprise. Their tours are built upon meaningful relationships with…
— Travel Research Online
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The Incessant Traveler
Indaba Time: A Rhapsody of South Africa
by David Cogswell
Thursday April 20, 2023
“The wind is  in from Africa, last night I couldn’t sleep.”
--from Carey by Joni Mitchell
It’s almost time for Indaba. South Africa’s Travel Indaba will take place this year May 9-11 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa. The return of Indaba every May reminds me of all the reasons I love South Africa and am constantly trying to get my American friends to go there and experience it.…
— Travel Research Online
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