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Destinations
Why Traveling to Mexico Just Got Way More Expensive for Americans
Mexico remains one of the hottest vacation destinations in the world for American travelers. In 2019, the last year before the pandemic, some 40 million Americans visited Mexico. Now demand for Mexican travel continues to increase, and many airlines…
— Travel Off Path
Viking Iceland: A Viking Age Travel Guide
Thanks to famous tales of discovery involving the likes of Erik the Red and Leif Erikson, Iceland’s Viking legacy is a significant draw for tourists today. Despite the lack of Viking ship excavations that we see in Norway and Denmark, or the absence of…
— Forbes
The 11 Most Beautiful Villages in the French Countryside
The French love a good contest. From Paris’s annual baguette competition to the cow beauty pageant at the Salon de l’Agriculture, there’s no stopping the matchups. Even village charisma is judged in Le village préféré des Français, an annual TV…
— AFAR
Tours and Activities
This Black-led Afro-Futuristic Project is Coming to Burning Man
Black culture will be showcased at Burning Man 2023. In a groundbreaking achievement, the Star Kingdom of Oba will be an art installation presented to celebrate African heritage and the interconnection between humans and animals. With Burning Man…
— Travel Noire
Southern Brazil Has Two New Unesco Geoparks - Here’s What Visitors Need to Know
Last month, two zones in Brazil’s southernmost state were recognized by Unesco as Global Geopark regions: Quarta Colônia and Caçapava do Sul, both in Rio Grande do Sul. “Geoparks are territories defined by Unesco as areas that have a geological…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
A New Era of Exceptional Experiences With Crystal
For more than 30 years, Crystal Cruises has been renowned for delivering award-winning cruises on boutique vessels with high-end interiors, dining, entertainment and wellness experiences. In June 2022, A&K Travel Group saved the brand from liquidation…
— Cruise and Ferry
Hottest New Cruise Ships Debuting in the 2nd Half of 2023
We’re halfway through 2023 and cruise lines have a number of new ships set to debut in the second half of the year. Here is a look at the six hottest new cruise ships coming out before 2024. The cruise ships are listed in order of when they will make their…
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
Fourth of July Travel Is Actually Cheaper Than Last Year — and You Can Still Snag a Deal
Domestic airfare ahead of the July 4 holiday weekend has dropped a whopping 27 percent compared to last year, welcome news for travelers as international prices continue to soar. An average roundtrip domestic flight for the holiday weekend now costs…
— Travel+Leisure
These 3 Things Could Wreck Your Summer Flight Plans. Here’s What You Can Do.
As air travel has come roaring back since the pandemic, flight disruptions have periodically made it difficult for people to reach their destinations. Delays and cancellations from a huge winter storm in late December and another one in late January, a…
— USA Today
Lodging
What Should You Do to Protect Yourself From This Silent Killer When Traveling?
News of a couple dying earlier this month in a luxury hotel in Mexico due to a possible gas leak has reason to rattle travelers all over the world. And although it turned out that neither gas nor carbon monoxide was to blame for the deaths, the case has…
— Fodor's Travel
10 Best St. John Virgin Island Resorts, Villas and Hotels for Unforgettable Escapes
The US Virgin Island is home to many resorts, and St. John has quite a few of them, along with hotels and villas aplenty. The enchanting island of St. John is widely considered a hidden gem in the US Virgin Islands that offers an unforgettable vacation…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
CDC Says Infants Should Get Extra Measles Vaccine Prior to Traveling Abroad as Cases Rise
Infants eligible for a measles vaccine should receive one prior to international travel, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said amid rising cases of the highly contagious disease during the summer travel season. The guidance came as part…
— ABC News
Forget Revenge Travel, Why Bleisure Is The New Post-Pandemic Vacation Trend
Remember revenge travel? Hitting your bucket-list destinations with all the vacation budget you banked during the pandemic is so 2022. Now, the concept of bleisure — half business, half leisure — is the new and booming trend making the travel industry…
— Travel Awaits
Here’s How to Guard Yourselves From Pickpockets While Traveling
Safety is a priority for travelers exploring the world internationally and domestically. One of the oldest criminal types in history often prey upon unassuming tourists. Pickpockets love tourists wandering around unknown spaces with so many things available…
— Travel Noire
Today in History
Patent for "Type-Writer" Granted
Christopher Latham Sholes, Samuel Soule, and Carlos Glidden did not develop the first typewriter - but their design which was patented on June 23, 1868 was destined to be the most successful. None…
— Travel Research Online
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