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Destinations
The Best Places to Visit in the U.S. Virgin Islands
My love for the Caribbean is no secret: I travel at least four times a year to the region to dig my feet in its golden sands, wine to the rhythm of soca music during Carnival season, and find solace between blanketed green rain forests or a streetside rum bar…
— AFAR
8 Things To Do In Hamburg: Complete Guide To Its Vibrant Culture & Historic Landscape
Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city, boasts a rich maritime history and a vibrant cultural scene that effortlessly blends the old with the new. Situated along the Elbe River, this bustling port city is home to the historic Speicherstadt warehouse district, a…
— The Travel
Dreaming of the South of France
From the fragrant lavender fields of Provence and the beautiful beaches of the Côte d'Azur to the renowned vineyards of the Rhône Valley, there are endless reasons to visit the South of France. While some travelers arrive looking for flashy five-star…
— Travel+Leisure
Tours and Activities
Supporting Local, Island Style: Here’s an LGBTQ+ Guide to Honolulu
It’s not just saying hello or goodbye. In Hawaiian culture, aloha is an expression of respect and warmth with no expectation of reciprocation. To live out the aloha spirit is to also be inclusive and compassionate to all types of people, which Hawaiians have…
— USA Today
International African American Museum Coming In This City — How To Join Opening Ceremonies
After years of planning and development, the International African American Museum is set to open its doors to the public on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Now, the museum’s staff is excited to announce more good news. In preparation for the grand opening…
— Travel Awaits
The Best Lesbian Bars in the USA
It’s no exaggeration to say the movement for LGBTIQ+ rights would not exist without lesbian bars. Yet even before the challenges of the pandemic, these crucial community spots were becoming an endangered species. Today, of the nearly 69,000…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
5 Reasons Why This New Cruise Line Is Trending With Travelers Right Now
Cruise travel has been more popular than ever in recent months, but one cruise line in particular has skyrocketed in growth like no other. More than 31.5 million travelers are expected to cruise in 2023, a 6% increase from the previous record set in 2019…
— Travel Off Path
The ‘Breakout Travel Trend’ of the Decade: What to Know About Expedition Cruising
It felt as if we had the jungle to ourselves. As we explored Costa Rica’s Corcovado National Park, we spotted rare birds, spider monkeys — even a sloth and her infant — among the trees of the rainforest. It was one of many experiences I had on an…
— CNBC
Celebrity Ascent to Introduce New Dining and Entertainment Experiences
Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Cruises’ fourth Edge-series ship, is to introduce a range of new dining, entertainment and retail experiences when it begins sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in December 2023. Among the new experiences will be a…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
Heathrow Strikers to Return Almost Every Weekend This Summer **Updated, 06/13/23**
If you can avoid traveling through London’s Heathrow Airport on weekends this summer, go for another option. More than 2,000 security officers will be staging walkouts at Terminals 3 and 5 every weekend except one this summer, running from June 24…
— Travel Research Online
Is Your Passport Too Damaged to Fly? How Even the Smallest Flaw Can Derail an International Trip
On June 6, an Australian tourist traveling to a friend’s wedding experienced a travel nightmare: He was denied entry to Indonesia due to an unforeseen passport issue. The problem was not one of visa status or expiration date; rather, Matt…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Atlanta Doctor Blames "Poor Eyesight" After Being Charged With Groping Delta Flight Passenger
An Atlanta nephrologist was charged with abusive sexual contact aboard an aircraft after he inappropriately groped a woman on a Delta flight. Jake Namjik Cho was riding on Delta Airlines Flight 2138 in March when a female passenger reported to Portland…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
You Can Now Stay at Mariah Carey's Favorite L.A. Vacation Rental — With a Private Pool, 10 Bedrooms, and a Sauna
If there’s one thing that Mariah Carey does better than celebrating Christmas, it’s taking fabulous vacations. Now you can follow in her travel footsteps — literally — with Booking.com’s Mariah’s Beverly Hills Escape. It's a dream two-night getaway in her…
— Travel+Leisure
16 Best Lake Resorts and Hotels in the U.S. For Families
Instagram-worthy views, outdoor fun, nostalgic vibes, and activities galore – there’s a reason (actually, several) why lake resorts are popular with families. Whether you want to get out onto the water on a family beach vacation or simply admire the scenery…
— USA Today
You Can Earn Delta and Marriott Points When You Book a Vacation Home
Your next dream vacation might be closer than you think. From taking a Lyft to getting your morning coffee, spending can pay off in more ways than one if you like to travel. These rollouts are particularly helpful for those who want to skip credit card…
— Fodor's Travel
Other and Odd
Biohotels and Printable Burgers: How Travel Will Look 100 Years From Now
Ask yourself, what does the future of travel hold? Do you want a flying taxi? A 3D-printed steak in space? How about robot assistants haggling the best travel deals on your behalf? TPG asked a range of intimidatingly smart experts and futurists across…
— The Points Guy
The Spanish cheese nearing extinction
Spain's northern coastline is the site of many dramas. The region, situated across the Bay of Biscay from France's Brittany peninsula, is draped in a thick fog much of the year. Its rugged terrain begins at the water's edge with the sheer cliffs and rocky…
— BBC Travel
Plus-Size Travel Blogger Shares How She Secures Two Seats on ‘Almost Every’ Flight
A plus-size travel influencer has gone viral after sharing her travel hack for securing two seats on a flight without paying extra. Kirsty Leanne is a UK-based content creator with more than 115K followers on TikTok, who often shares tips and tricks for plus…
— The Independent
Today in History
Congress Adopts the Stars and Stripes
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a new resolution on the design of their newly forming nation's flag. The resolution stated that the flag would have 13 stripes alternating white and…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Sees Travelers Flock to South Pacific, Italy, and Iceland During Spring Sale
Pawtucket, RI (June 12, 2023) – Collette saw travelers flock to the South Pacific, Italy, and Iceland, during its spring sale this year. Travelers were eager to explore with the “Complete South Pacific,”…
— Travel Research Online
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