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Destinations
Barahona: The Gateway to Paradise in the Dominican Republic
Tucked on the pristine southwestern coast of the Dominican Republic lies Barahona, a true hidden gem in the Caribbean. This off-the-beaten-path destination boasts untouched natural beauty and stunning landscapes. It also promises travelers a unique and authentic experience filled…
— Travel Noire
India Urges ‘Utmost Caution’ in Canada Travel Advisory as Bilateral Crisis Escalates
ndia warned its citizens to “exercise utmost caution” in Canada, deepening the diplomatic rift between both countries after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau went public with claims that New Delhi orchestrated the extra-judicial slaying of a Sikh separatist in Canada. The Canadian…
— CNBC
Tours and Activities
Live the ‘Emily in Paris’ Fantasy With Paris Tour of the Show’s Spots
Have you ever wanted to be Emily in Paris? Now you can. Dharma, a travel startup that specializes in unique, hosted trips, announced a partnership Wednesday with MTV Entertainment Studios to let you see the City of Light like the namesake of the hit Netflix show. “We crafted…
— USA Today
Where the Crowds Are Gulls and Crabs
Had I stepped into a scene from “Planet of the Gulls”? The sky resonated with the sound of flapping wings, and groups of the birds shrieked and stalked among the shrubs on a rocky beach at Block Island National Wildlife Refuge. A fuzzy, freckled gull chick emerged from a bayberry…
— New York Times
A Royal Tour of London’s Best Palaces and Parks With Historian Tracy Borman
London has been home for England's monarchs for more than 1,000 years – and while the British capital has changed significantly over the last centuries, it remains rich with historic royal sites, from palaces and parks to museums and churches. Where should a visitor begin? There…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
What You Can and Can’t Bring on a Cruise
Few things can put a damper on pre-cruise excitement like having your bag flagged by security. Much like airplanes, there are a number of items you cannot bring on a cruise ship. Some may seem obvious – such as illegal drugs or firearms – but others may surprise first-time…
— USA Today
How Cruising Is Making Progress in the Mediterranean
Not so long ago, the Mediterranean cruise season lasted for six or seven months. Now, it’s eight or nine, and soon it will be year-round. Jon Ingleton shares how MedCruise members are preparing for this growth. Hosted in Corfu at the end of May 2023, the 62nd MedCruise General…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
This World-Class Airport Will Soon Go Passport-Free
Traveling through one of the world’s best airports is set to get even smoother next year. Starting in 2024, officials say Singapore’s Changi Airport will introduce automated immigration clearance, which will allow passengers to depart the city-state without passports, using only…
— CNN
Mexico’s Ferromex Halts Train Operations After Migrant Deaths, Injuries
Mexican railroad operator Ferromex has temporarily suspended operations of 60 trains on northbound routes, the company said on Tuesday, after nearly half a dozen deaths or injuries of migrants using the cargo trains to travel. Ferromex, owned by conglomerate Grupo Mexico…
— Reuters
Lodging
Travel + Leisure Co. And Sports Illustrated Launch New Resort Brand for College Towns
Bama Rush is no longer just for TikTok. Travel + Leisure Co., the membership travel brand formerly known as Wyndham Destinations, is rolling out a new offering tied to college sports fans who want game day to last from check-in through check-out. The membership travel…
— The Points Guy
10 Best Hotels in Marathon, Florida, You Should Book This Fall
Marathon offers beautiful islands in the Keys with excellent fishing and water sports opportunities, along with laid-back charm and captivating beaches. This article provides a list of top-rated hotels in Marathon that offer a range of accommodations and amenities to suit different…
— The Travel
Airbnb Is Rolling Out a Big Change to Tackle Fake and Misleading Listings — What to Know
Earlier this year, Airbnb shook things up by rolling out 53 new features based on user feedback, including fee transparency and lower fees for monthly stays. Now, some four months later, the home-sharing platform is back with additional updates — and even more overhauls in the…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
Can You Fly Without an ID?
Can you fly without an ID? If you have to ask, you're probably finding out the hard way. But what really happens if you lose your ID before a domestic flight—or show up to the airport, only to realize it isn't in your wallet? How about the too-late epiphany that your driver's license has…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Are Travelers Ruining Travel?
The woman who climbed the Trevi Fountain to refill her plastic water bottle. The substance-impaired Michigan man who walked off the trail into a restricted area and a boiling geyser in Yellowstone National Park. The Swiss teen who carved her initials into the Colosseum, only…
— AFAR
Today in History
RMS Queen Elizabeth 2
On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon were the same pair used by her mother and…
— Travel Research Online
Supplier Profile
Blue-Roads Touring and Europe 2024
 Blue-Roads Touring got its current name from a man who went on a journey of discovery across America. William Least Heat-Moon began this road trip in 1978, a road trip that would take him 13,000 miles along “blue roads” around the United States. Meaning, William traveled mostly on secondary roads, with the sights and sounds of local folk in his chronicled collection titled Blue Highways.
Fitting for Blue-Roads Touring to gravitate to this name, as they…
— Travel Research Online
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