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Destinations
History Buffs: Seaside Plymouth Is A Great Alternative To Salem During The Fall Season, Here's Why
Plymouth, Massachusetts is an excellent alternative to Salem for a culture-filled fall trip. Visitors can immerse themselves in the region's history and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage and hiking opportunities. Only Jamestown rivals Plymouth's historical significance. Plymouth is famous for being the landing…
— The Travel
Europe's Next Big Beach Destination Is More Affordable Than Croatia, Less Touristy Than Greece
The droves of tourists elbowing each other through Greece and Croatia are too busy boarding packed ferries and waddling through sweaty crowds to notice the other country right there, sandwiched…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
This 900-mile Amtrak Route Takes You to Some of the Best Music Cities in the U.S.
Amtrak may be best known for its commuter rails through the Northeast Corridor and down the California coast, however, it’s time for train travelers to get to know more of its routes. Including the epic City of New Orleans train, which takes travelers through some of America’s best music cities in one…
— Travel+Leisure
Whales, From Above
Sutton Lynch rises most days before the sun, arriving at Atlantic Beach in Amagansett, N.Y., for the early-morning calm. It’s the same beach he’s been going to since he was a child, and where he worked as a lifeguard for years as a teenager. Now 23, he spends his mornings surveying the horizon. When…
— New York Times
America’s First Free Black Settlement Will Soon See Reconstruction — Where It’s Located
St. Augustine, Florida, is known for its 42 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches. Since St. Augustine is located on Florida’s Historic Coast and was founded in 1565 by Spanish explorers, it’s equally famous for its numerous historical sites. One of those sites is the first legally sanctioned free Black community…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
Piraeus, An Athens Alternative for Cruisers
Every port city has Its day in the sun and none shine brighter than Piraeus, Greece. No seafaring sailor is worthy of the title without a call on this ancient port sometime in his career. Of course Athens gets its fair share of the Aegean spotlight, but without Piraeus it would be landlocked for cruise guests. It…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Hideaway Beach at CocoCay Will Open in January 2024
Royal Caribbean formally introduced Hideaway Beach on Thursday, an adults-only escape on Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. It will be available starting January 2024, as an adults-only experience on the private island. At Hideaway Beach, adults will enjoy the ultimate kid-free island…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
Not Flying? These U.S. Airports Let You Pass Through Security as a Visitor
Prior to the pandemic, a slowly growing number of U.S. airports had started allowing visitors to do something they used to be able to do regularly in the pre-9/11 era of air travel: meet and mingle at the terminal gates, see their friends and family take off, or welcome loved ones with a warm embrace right…
— AFAR
US Air Travel Suddenly Slows as Airlines Socked With Triple Whammy
Several U.S. airlines are reporting a sharp decline in consumer travel demand at a time when lower fares, pricier jet fuel, and more seats entering the market are complicating the financial outlook. Ultra-low-cost airlines Spirit and Frontier are predicting losses for the third quarter. Frontier said Wednesday…
— MSN.com
Travel Experts Weigh In on Delta Skymiles Sweeping Changes for 2024
Delta Air Lines recently announced it is "simplifying its SkyMiles Program," prompting backlash from travelers who have been loyal to the airline for years. Travelers sounded off this week in the company's social media comments sections, expressing disappointment with the sweeping policy changes, which…
— Good Morning America
Lodging
New York City’s Most-anticipated New Hotel Opens Next Month — and We Got a First Look
In New York City, upscale accommodations are a dime a dozen, with every major hospitality company putting forth their best in show. But this fall, a new independent property, The Fifth Avenue Hotel, is set to invigorate the Manhattan hotel scene by breathing life into a historic property. Set to open on…
— Travel+Leisure
The 7 Best Hotels in Cabo: Luxurious Retreats for Your Next Mexican Getaway
Cabo San Lucas, nestled at the tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, beckons travelers with promises of sun-kissed beaches, vibrant nightlife and a rich tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored. Beyond its natural beauty and bustling streets, Cabo boasts a collection of exceptional luxury…
— Travel Noire
Other and Odd
The Uneasy Truth About Traveling While Fat
In 2019, on a trip to the Bahamas with my mom and sister, my flight turned into an uncomfortable ordeal. My seat belt wasn’t long enough to fasten, and a fellow passenger's visceral reaction added to my discomfort. I repeatedly asked the flight attendant for a seat belt extender and was ignored until…
— Thrillist
In Praise of the Airport Shower
The juxtaposition of the words “airport” and “shower” do not automatically instill confidence, nor confer the promise of satisfaction. Yet, like caviar and potato chips, certain seemingly incongruous combinations deliver all the more magic because of how unexpected they may appear at first glance…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
Marco Polo Born
Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines’ Susan Shultz-Gelino Retires: Melissa Young Joins the Rapidly Growing Cruise Line
GUILFORD, CT—September 13, 2023—American Cruise Lines announced today that Susan Shultz-Gelino, Vice President of Trade Relations, has retired after several decades with the company. A highly respected industry veteran, Susan…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
7 Best River Cruises In Europe
Some of the cha llenges in choosing river cruises in Europe are the rivers themselves. Unless you’ve frequently traveled to Europe, you may not be familiar with geography of the rivers. Even for those who are familiar with the lay of the land, the list of rivers can be daunting. A quick glance at Wikipedia shows hundreds of rivers coursing through the European continent, including quite a few that I’ve never heard of, the Oise, for example, which I only learned about this year. I’ll be on that river with 21 others in May of 2024, as we barge along the Oise.
With so many rivers in Europe and each with its own character, how do you decide which to cruise? You could begin…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
Come to Maui: Your Vacation Is Their Lifeline
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday September 15, 2023
I’m on a  press trip on the AmaSonata, sailing the beautiful (but not blue) Danube. But Jim Augerinos told me he’s at the Signature Travel Network Owners Meeting, and would love to do an interview about Maui, from Maui, I said, let’s do it next week.
Jim said the need is immediate, and the people of Maui can’t wait another week. So I asked him if he would write something up and send it along. Here’s Jimmy’s moving reply:
Recently, I had the privilege of attending the Signature Travel Network Owners Meeting in Maui, and my takeaway is urgent: Maui needs you to visit, now more than ever. While the headlines may still be haunted by the aftermath of the wildfire—a devastating event that will take years…
— Travel Research Online
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