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Destinations
Phuket, Thailand, Travel Guide: Find Your Inner Peace in Southeast Asia
Phuket, Thailand is known as the “Pearl of the Andaman Sea” for a reason. This tropical paradise shines with the harmonious vibe of pristine beaches, verdant hills and vibrant culture. It entices travelers from around the globe. As Thailand’s largest island, Phuket is located in the…
— Travel Noire
This Small Beach Destination Near Cancun Is Exploding in Popularity Right Now
The Mexican Caribbean is the go-to spot for Americans traveling abroad. With its turquoise waters, charming coastal settlements, and wellness scene, there is truly no better place for sunseekers to be, but if Cancun no longer appeals to you, then vacationing in a smaller…
— Travel Off Path
15 of the Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations in the World
Queer travelers deserve to exist in safe and welcoming environments and seek out spaces that reflect their varied interests ranging from beach paradises to desert oases and mountain ranges. Whether you’re an adventurous traveler or searching for food, culture, or simply a…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Heading to New York for Pride? Here Are Some Things To Know as a First Timer
May is gone and you know what that means: it’s Pride month! You could celebrate many places, but New York really knows how to add extra seasoning to an already flavorful period. Sure, you’ve seen the photos and videos from past Pride events. But all of that pales in…
— Travel Noire
Get Into: Mermaiding in Florida… How To Swim With the Fishes and Live Your Own Little Mermaid Dream
Shell-o! I’m Eva. I have two legs, but I’m really a mermaid. Or at least I’ve always thought I was, ever since I grew up a bespectacled fish-out-of-water in Crystal River, Florida – a small Nature Coast town nicknamed ‘Home of the Manatees’. When Disney’s The Little Mermaid was…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Cruise Ship Waste Leads To Illegal Dumping Fines
A company which was hired to dispose of cruise ship waste has been fined for illegally dumping the materials at a landfill in Cozumel. While the actions taken by the company Ecomar were illegal, there is no evidence that their actions were sanctioned by a cruise line. An…
— Cruise Radio
Carnival Venezia Begins Maiden Voyage From Europe to New York City
Carnival Cruise Line’s “Carnival Fun Italian Style” has begun with the brand’s latest ship, Carnival Venezia, on her maiden voyage to New York City. The ship departed Barcelona, Spain, on May 29, 2023, and will arrive at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on June 13, 2023. Carnival…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
Frontier Just Launched a $299 Unlimited Flight Pass for Fall and Winter Trips – And It Won’t Be This Price for Long
It’s the dream of every traveler - an unlimited flight pass that gives you access to over 85 destinations, without breaking the bank. Frontier Airlines, known for its Summer passes, announced a new iteration providing unlimited flights throughout the fall and winter for travelers at a…
— Travel+Leisure
See How Your Generation Ranks When It Comes To Making Sustainable Airline Choices
When it comes to our global environmental concerns, air travel has long been one of the guiltiest parties—contributing to more than 2.5 percent of worldwide carbon emissions. While the industry is making strides with a goal of reaching net zero by 2050, right now it’s up to…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Service Dogs Are Allowed on Planes, but There Are Some Requirements To Get Them There
Mia Ives-Rublee said that when she travels with her 6-year-old Labrador/Golden Retriever mix, Zini, she’s often asked about him in more detail by airline and airport employees, and sometimes runs into other issues as well. “Even with the obvious, having a disability, I still get…
— USA Today
Lodging
These Maui Hotels Are Leaning Into the Wellness Travel Trend
Maui’s Wailea Beach is a picturesque oceanfront perch for a strip of luxury hotels, including the Four Seasons where Season 1 of HBO’s The White Lotus was filmed. That now-iconic property shares a prized stretch of beachfront with the Wailea Beach Resort and Grand Wailea…
— Maxim
10 Hotels With Free Breakfast in Las Vegas To Rise and Dine in Style
The most awesome perk of vacation days is waking up to a scrumptious array of breakfast options. Being the most important meal of the day, people prefer their breakfast to be fulfilling and nourishing enough to give them adequate energy to explore throughout the day…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
Consumers Keep Traveling Despite Recession Fears and Inflation
Inflation has strained some household budgets, yet consumers continue to shell out on vacations. Domestic airfare has moderated but international flights are up sharply from 2019 and last year. International travel has been especially strong since the end of pandemic-entry…
— CNBC
This New Tool Will Help You Find the Exact Cheapest Time To Travel
Any time you are planning travel, the number one piece of advice you'll receive is to be flexible with your booking dates. Travel costs can rise dramatically depending on exactly when you're traveling and where you are going. And listen, it is sound advice that I've given before…
— Thrillist
How To Read the Fine Print of Your Travel Insurance Policy
No one wants to experience unpleasant surprises while travelling, and that extends to making claims on a travel insurance policy. After all, you buy coverage for peace of mind should unexpected problems crop up before or during your trip. But if you’re unaware of how your…
— Forbes
Today in History
Queen Elizabeth II Crowned
On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI. She was 26 years old. Her coronation…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
5 Ways Avalon Waterways Goes Above & Beyond
At the  beginning of this month, I was a guest on board Avalon Waterways’ newest ship, Avalon View. I was invited by Avalon to experience one of their Active & Discovery itineraries on the Danube, but we will focus more on the itinerary in the upcoming weeks. Today, I want to talk about five ways that Avalon went above and beyond my expectations.
— Travel Research Online
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