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Destinations
Where to Go to Avoid the Crowds in Paris This Summer
There’s something about summer in Paris. After the less-luminous winter months, an undeniable party vibe infuses the city when the sun doesn’t set until 10 p.m. Parisians crowd sidewalk café terraces, musicians play in the streets, beach bars pop up along the Seine. To add to…
— AFAR
4 Reasons Why This Central American Country Is the Best for Solo Female Travelers Right Now
For solo female travelers, Costa Rica is one of the top destinations in the world right now. This Central American nation is a great place for new and experienced solo female travelers alike. It makes a fantastic starting point for women who have never solo traveled before but are…
— Travel Off Path
Heading to St. Lucia? Try Green Figs and Saltfish, the National Dish
If you haven’t been to St. Lucia, you should make plans to go in the near future. This charming island compensates for its small size with a bold personality and lasting impact on visitors. While you’re there, try green figs and saltfish, a signature dish. For clarity, the figs used in this…
— Travel Noire
Tours and Activities
Top 5 Festivals To Attend In Germany This Summer And Fall
If you mention Oktoberfest, people immediately think of Germany. It’s important to note, however, that numerous other large festivals are held in Germany each summer and fall. If you’re looking for a quick getaway or even a longer trip, here’s an overview of five festivals in…
— Travel Awaits
The Top 10 Beaches in England
The English seaside has a reputation for honking, beeping amusements, noisy stag parties and persistent breezes that necessitate erecting a wind-break to keep the sand out of your sandwiches. That’s one side of the English seaside. The other side is wonderful, with wild stretches…
— Lonely Planet
In Pictures: Five of the World’s Most Remarkable Treks
Every journey starts with one small step, to paraphrase Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu. But some journeys contain more steps than others. "The most remarkable treks take us to other worlds – places unfamiliar to us," said author and global trekker Colin Salter, who discovered the…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
Can We Have Eco-Friendly Cruising? What to Know About Zero-Emission Ships.
Imagine taking a cruise along the coast of Norway and stepping into the open air to see snow-covered peaks set to a hushed, white-noise soundtrack of lapping waves. If you close your eyes, you'd forget you're on a ship. That’s part of what specialty cruise line Hurtigruten…
— USA Today
10 Reasons Why Cruising Is the Best Way to See the Norwegian Fjords
Visiting the Norwegian fjords is the penultimate thing for any traveler to have on their bucket list. The stunning vistas and rolling green grass hills dotted with small Norwegian fishing towns are sites that are unique to the coastal inlets of this part of Scandinavia. However, reaching…
— The Travel
Cunard to Offer Themed Voyages on Two Ships in 2024
British cruise line Cunard has unveiled seven themed voyage itineraries for 2024. Four of the seven voyages will take place onboard Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 as it crosses the Atlantic Ocean, while the remaining three will be offered onboard Queen Elizabeth as it sails around…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
All the Differences Between Airplane Coach and Biz Class Bathrooms
On a long flight across the Atlantic or Pacific, most travelers won’t be able to avoid using the restroom. Passengers traveling in business class or first class have the luxury of more comfortable seating, complimentary booze, a multi-course meal, snacks on demand, and a nice little bag…
— Fodor's Travel
Gatwick Airport: EastJet Cancels 1,700 Summer Flights
The vacation plans of thousands of travelers face disruption after U.K. budget airline EasyJet was forced to cancel 1,700 summer flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). The cancellations will affect around 180,000 passengers traveling to and from Gatwick in July, August and…
— The Points Guy
The 10 Best Domestic Airlines, According to Travel + Leisure Readers
Though airlines have resumed nearly normal operations after the pandemic, 2022 was still a rough year for U.S.–based operators. There were numerous meltdowns with delays, cancellations, and lost baggage — yet prices were extremely high. "In general, good value, but post…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
10 Best Bora Bora Hotels to Elevate Your Tropical Vacation
Bora Bora is a breathtaking island Located about 160 miles northwest of Tahiti's capital city of Papeete, known for its pristine seas, white sand beaches, and iconic overwater bungalows. The island is the epitome of tropical paradise. Its dormant volcano provides the perfect backdrop…
— The Travel
Encountering the Infuriating, Overwhelming and Unwanted Smart Tech in My Hotel Room
At my boutique hotel high in the Swiss Alps, I returned from dinner, jet lagged and a tad tipsy, to discover that a television set inside a bathroom mirror had been turned on during turndown service. I pressed all of the buttons on the wall panel and then tried the switches on a…
— New York Times
In One Rhode Island Hotel, You Can Sleep Alongside Ludwig Bemelmans' Drawings
During one of the first summers I lived in New York City, in 2014, there was an exhibit at the New York Historical Society called Madeline in New York. I had grown up on Ludwig Bemelmans’ picture books, and had been named, in part, for the self-assured, red-headed Parisian…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Other and Odd
Passport Waiting Times Increase Due to Backlog
If you need to renew or apply for a new passport, you may face longer than average wait times. The State Department is reporting significant backlogs for both renewal and new passport applications due to pandemic-related disruptions and delays. During the COVID-19 pandemic…
— Travel Research Online
USA TODAY 10Best Readers Cite These Dessert and Treat Shops as the Best in the Nation
Whether you want cookies, ice cream, chocolate, candy or other desserts, you can find a shop in the U.S. that specializes in satisfying your cravings. From coast to coast, there are bakeries that make cookies with fresh ingredients and unique flavors, and there are ice cream parlors…
— USA Today
On Call With Dr. Kumar: How to Stay Healthy for Summer Travel Delays, Jetlag and More
Staffing shortages and extreme weather events are creating the perfect storm for travel troubles this summer. Delays are inconvenient but can also be hazardous to your health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with tips on how to stay healthy for every part of your trip…
— CBS News
Today in History
Mr. President, Chief Justice
On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He is the only former President to also…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avanti Introduces Two New Independent Travel Vacations, 10 New Hotels, and 16 New Experiences in Denmark; New Joint E-brochure and Webinar with VisitDenmark
Portland, Oregon, July 10, 2023 – Wholesale FIT tour operator Avanti Destinations has just expanded its offering for advisors’ independent travel clients going to Denmark with two new customizable vacations, 10…
— Travel Research Online
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