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Destinations
6 Laid-Back Ways to Explore the Golden State of Luxury
Synonymous with the Gold Rush, Hollywood glamour, and Silicon Valley fortunes, California is no stranger to luxury experiences. But the Golden State’s particular charm goes beyond champagne, caviar, and 500-count sheets. Here, an adventurous spirit, a playful approach to…
— AFAR
7 Charming Coastal Towns In The U.S. That Are Perfect For A Family Vacation
With the scents of salt water and fried treats in the air and boardwalks brimming with endless curiosities, coastal towns are at their most charming when the summer vacation season kicks off each year. And there’s no better way for families to mark the end of the school year…
— USA Today
Scotland vs Wales: Which To Choose?
Great Britain contains multitudes, in every direction: lots of lakes, countless castles, a profusion of pubs and much, much more. So if you’re planning a journey to the island’s edges, which direction should you head – north, to Scotland, or west, to Wales? We asked a pair…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Big News In Active Travel - Smithsonian Journeys Gets Physical
Smithsonian Journeys is one of the most respected tour operators in the world, but until this month, they were not a player in the fast-growing segment of Active Travel, my personal favorite and the area in which I specialize. Smithsonian Journeys is the travel arm of the…
— Forbes
These Are the 10 Best (And Oldest) Trattorias in Italy
Italy is an ancient country, where one of the main activities has always been to “mangiare, mangiare, mangiare” (eat, eat, eat) delicious and traditional dishes handed down across centuries. So, it comes as no surprise that there are dozens of trattorias serving guests a slice…
— Fodor's Travel
This New Map Highlights How Hiking Trails Intersect With Indigenous Lands
For time immemorial, trails have been an integral part of Indigenous life and wellbeing, serving as routes for migration, trade, everyday travel, connection, and communication with neighboring communities—and today, many of these ancient footpaths are part of the National…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Cruise
AmaWaterways Cruise Company To Add More Black Heritage Cruises in 2024
If you’ve been looking for a cruise experience that centers on Black heritage, set aside some time in summer 2024. River cruise line AmaWaterways will add three sailings between Egypt and France that do just that. Black travelers who booked with AmaWaterways before…
— Travel Noire
Two Cruise Lines Adjust The Deposit Requirement For Suites
Sister cruise lines Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have both made changes to the deposit amount for suites on their ships. Effective June 1, 2023, deposits for suites booked on Royal Caribbean and suite bookings in The Retreat on Celebrity will be…
— Cruise Radio
First Chinese-Built Large Cruise Ship To Be Named Adora Magic City
Adora Cruises, a joint cruise venture by Carnival Corporation and China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) Cruise Technology, will name its new vessel Adora Magic City, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua. Adora Magic City aims to offer guests a blend of Eastern…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
Mount Etna Eruption: Flights Cancelled After Catania Airport Runway Covered In Volcanic Ash
Europe’s largest active volcano Mount Etna erupted on Sunday, forcing a slew of cancellations and delays to flights operating to and from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) in Sicily, Italy. The volcanic eruption reportedly left runways and other parts of Catania, Sicily's capital…
— The Points Guy
Airlines and FAA Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns
The number of Americans who will fly this summer could eclipse the prepandemic high from 2019. That would be great news for airlines, but it could also cause a backlash against the industry if it fails to keep up with demand and delays or cancels thousands of flights…
— New York Times
American Airlines/JetBlue Alliance Struck Down
A federal judge has ruled that American Airlines and JetBlue must end their Northeast Alliance because it is anti-competitive. Formed in 2021, the partnership allows the two carriers to coordinate schedules, swap slots and share revenues at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airports in the New York…
— Travel Research Online
Lodging
10 Best Barcelona Hostels That Combine Style, Comfort, & Affordability
While die-hard sports aficionados view Barcelona as synonymous with their favorite football club, the Spanish city is, in fact, a treasure trove of art, culture, and food and one of the best places to visit in Spain. The sprawling contemporary city houses an insane array of…
— The Travel
Why Is The Nobu Villa in Atlanta $5,000 a Night?
When it comes to luxury stays in Atlanta, the Nobu Atlanta Hotel stands out as an exceptional destination that combines opulence, world-class dining, and unparalleled service. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city, the hotel offers a distinctive experience that captivates…
— Travel Noire
'Heavily Damaged' Historic Howard Hotel Built In 1850S, Hosted Two Presidents In Cecil County
A cornerstone of a Cecil County community has been damaged by fire. Sunday evening, a three-alarm fire started behind an apartment building that also houses a business that sits next to the historic Howard House in Elkton. Flames spread to the four-story former hotel…
— CBS News
Other and Odd
How Does AAA Calculate Travel Projections?
Millions of Americans will hit the road for the upcoming, unofficial start to summer. AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend. That's a very specific number that left us wondering: How does AAA calculate travel projections? And…
— CBS News
Passport Processing Delays Continue As Travel Season Ramps Up
As the busy summer travel season kicks off, international travelers are having a hard time getting their passports due to processing delays. "We’ve always had some delays with passport processing over the years," said Vickie Everhart, chief experience officer with Krouse Travel…
— FOX 43
Solo Traveling This Summer? Consider These Safety Tips Before Going
Some people cringe at the idea of solo travel because in their minds, who wants to go see the world and have nobody to share the experience with? For others though, they embrace the adventure that is solo travel wholeheartedly and are ready to share the experience…
— Essence
Today in History
The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde
Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934. That day, the notorious outlaws were ambushed and killed by Texas and Louisiana law…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines Introduces an Epic New U.S. River Cruise, A 35-Day Civil War Battlefields Cruise
Guilford, CT—May 22, 2023—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce a new cruise that visits nearly every major battlefield of the Civil War. The all-new Civil War Battlefields Cruisedeparts May 4th, 2024, from…
— Travel Research Online
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