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Destinations
Seoul is fourth most searched global city for summer travel: survey
The South Korean capital of Seoul is surging in global popularity as a summer travel destination amid the first peak summer season since COVID-19 went…
— KED Global
As Tulum Crime Rates Rise, Here Is How Tourists Can Ensure A Safe Trip
The crime rates for Tulum have become a concern for travelers, but here is how to make sure trips go off without safety…
— Cancun Sun
U.S. Travelers Will Have To Pay Entry Fee For UK Travel Authorisation In 2024
The United Kingdom is a popular travel destination for Americans, but the logistics of traveling to the country are about to change. The UK is planning to launch the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) which…
— Traveling Lifestyle
Tours and Activities
How Intrepid Travel Is Pioneering Purposeful Travel That’s Good For The World
Intrepid Travel is a certified B Corporation and a leading small group adventure travel company, offering over 1,100 escorted tours…
— Forbes
This Rosé Winery–hopping Girls' Trip Takes You to the Dreamiest Spots Along the French Riviera
Grab your besties and your passports: Here's how to spend three rosé days with the girls on the French…
— Travel+Leisure
New tours bring local voice to the Alaska road trip
When it comes to getting good Alaska road trip advice, it’s probably best to ask a local. Soldotna’s Ranger Fox is the voice actor behind a series of guided audio tours for roadtrippers traveling between Homer and Fairbanks, a new project called Audio Tour…
— KDLL Public Radio
Cruise
Carnival leads gains in cruise stocks as analysts eye strong travel demand
Shares of Carnival Corp and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd jumped on Monday, and were among the top S&P 500 performers, as analysts anticipate continuing growth in travel demand from…
— Reuters
The ‘breakout travel trend’ of the decade: What to know about expedition cruising
Expedition cruises are often smaller, focus on less-visited or harder to reach destinations, and have onboard specialists to educate…
— CNBC
Norwegian Cruise Line cancels three sailings for 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled multiple sailings on its Norwegian Epic ship, the latest in a string of scrapped voyages for the cruise…
— USA Today
Transportation
Alaska Airlines adds new flight to Hawaii from Everett, Washington
The new nonstop service from the Seattle-area airport marks the airline’s first new route to Honolulu in over a…
— Anchorage Daily News
‘We’re paying twice for the same experience’: Plus-size travelers hit out at ‘discriminatory’ airline seat policies
While the average width of an airplane seat has been shrinking for decades, bodies are getting larger around the world, with experts predicting that over half of the global population will be overweight or obese by…
— CNN
American Airlines Flight from Los Angeles declares emergency
American Airlines flight AA1632 out of Los Angeles (LAX) for Boston declared an emergency after departure and is currently on return to…
— Aviation Source News
Lodging
This Chicago hotel is among the most luxurious in the US, according to Tripadvisor
A prominent Chicago hotel has been named one of the best luxury hotels in the U.S., according to recent Tripadvisor…
— NBC 5 Chicago
Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa for the first half of 2023, maintaining its growth momentum across the continent
Brussels/Nairobi - Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa for the first half of 2023, maintaining its growth momentum across the continent Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth in Africa with the signing of seven new hotels, adding over 1,400 rooms to…
— Hospitality.net
The First Cannabis-Friendly Hotel in Las Vegas Debuts This Summer
Las Vegas has a complicated relationship with cannabis. Dispensaries and recreational use have been legal for years, and anyone over 21 with an ID can buy the stuff. But despite what you might smell in parking garages and hotel hallways, public consumption remains limited by law to private…
— Thrillist
Other and Odd
Biohotels and printable burgers: How travel will look 100 years from now
Experts and futurologists explain how travel could look in the future, including airline amenities, 3D-printed food, holographic hotel staff, AI tech and sustainability…
— The Points Guy
25 Clever Hacks To Make Traveling With Kids Feel More Like A Vacation
We asked our readers for the best parent-approved travel tips, from what to pack to how to survive the hours-long flight or…
— Scary Mommy
Explore Honolulu with Gay Travel Influencers Michael & Matt
This island paradise has miles of pristine beaches, a lively beach scene, and plenty of shirtless eye…
— Out Magazine
Today in History
Vancouver Burns to the Ground
On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets. A controlled burn fire was started to burn the brush and debris. Suddenly, a strong wind rose off the water and fanned the flames out of control. Practically the entire city was burned to the ground. Only a few buildings were left standing and dozens of lives were lost. Within days, rebuilding efforts were begun, including the construction of a water tower and the formation of a fire…
— Travel Research Online
60-Second Geography
Porto: More Than Wine
by TRO Staff
Tuesday June 13, 2023
Porto i s a vibrant city located in northern Portugal on the banks of the Douro River. Known for its delicious wine, stunning architecture and rich history, Porto is a fascinating destination that offers something for everyone. In this article, we will explore some of the top things to do in Porto, Portugal.
— Travel Research Online
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