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Destinations
A Weekend in Budapest: Travel Guide, Things to Do, Food and Drink
A "beautiful" city with a "unique vibe", said Let's Roam, Hungary's capital Budapest is "rising in popularity by the day". Located on the "mighty" Danube River, the "mysterious" and "ancient city of the Magyars" is one of the "most underrated" on the continent. A place where…
— The Week
4 Reasons Why Tourists Are Flocking To This Resort City In Mexico This Fall
Puerto Vallarta is one of the most sought-after destinations in Mexico. Having registered a record increase in tourism this year and high occupancy rates from January through July, it looks set for an even hotter fall as demand for off-season vacays grows. According to Sectur, Mexico’s leading Tourism Authority, Vallarta…
— Travel Off Path
The 9 Best Places to Visit in Fiji
Pristine white sand beaches, aquamarine waters, and a lush volcanic landscape – arriving in Fiji truly feels like you've discovered paradise. This far-flung archipelago, made up of more than 300 islands, has a rich culture with delicious food and a joie de vivre attitude at its heart. Start planning your trip now with…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Think New England Is the Only Place for Fall Foliage? Try California
Best U.S. states for fall foliage? Vermont and New Hampshire are the usual suspects. Yet the third-largest state’s mostly Mediterranean climate means a huge variety of deciduous trees, and elevation ranging from 14,000 feet to sea level produces a long season of color. Elevation, more than latitude, determines the…
— AFAR
Japan Implements Visitor Tax Impacting Popular Attraction
A popular tourist attraction in Japan just got more expensive to visit. Travelers hoping to see Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, now have to pay a tax to visit the island of Miyajima, where the shrine is located. The tax, which took effect Sunday, was implemented in response to “administrative…
— USA Today
Immerse Yourself in Buenos Aires' Vibrant Culture at San Telmo Market
In a country predominantly recognized for its European heritage, the San Telmo Market stands as a vibrant and lively testament to Black culture in the heart of Buenos Aires. This bustling marketplace offers an immersive experience, celebrating the rich contributions of the Afro-Argentine community to the nation’s…
— Travel Noire
Cruise
Disney Wonder Review: What to Expect on the Disney Cruise Line Ship With the Coolest Itineraries
It took two days, in late August, to arrive on Santorini from Boston with two kids under 7, but we made it, seeking shade and a refreshing welcome spritz in Andronis Arcadia's serene lobby, a vision in neutrals. Perched at the top of a hill just outside of the island’s most attractive town — anyone who has ever…
— The Points Guy
Celebrity Ascent Sea Trials Are Now Complete
Celebrity Ascent sea trials are completed and the line readying the vessel for its November debut. The ship spend the last part of September in the Bay of Biscay near the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France undergoing multiple tests. The sea trials are the last major milestone in the construction…
— Cruise Radio
Inuit Hunters Blame Cruise Ships as Narwhal Disappear
To hunt the narwhal, whose long tusk was the unicorn horn of medieval myth, you need absolute silence. So much so that the Indigenous hunters of the Scoresby Sound in eastern Greenland forbid their children from throwing pebbles into the water lest they spook the spiral-tusked whales. Taught to hunt by his…
— MSN.com
Transportation
Alaska Airlines Launches New Cross-Country Route for 2024
Alaska Airlines will expand its presence in San Diego next year, adding a new flight from the Southern California city to Atlanta. The new flight, which the airline plans to launch on May 16, 2024, will mark the 37th destination the airline flies to from San Diego, which Alaska said…
— Travel+Leisure
United Airlines Orders 110 Airbus, Boeing Jets in a Bet on Travel Demand
United Airlines (UAL.O) on Tuesday announced an order for 110 aircraft from Boeing (BA.N) and Airbus (AIR.PA) for delivery beginning in 2028 as it seeks to expand its international network. The Chicago-based carrier said its order is also intended to mitigate the persistent supply-chain logjam that has delayed…
— Reuters
The Best Airlines in the U.S.: 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards
Now in its 36th iteration, our annual Readers’ Choice Awards continues to capture the travel experiences our readers love best, from hotels and airlines to cruises, islands, and luggage. This year, you traveled farther and deeper; seeking out remote properties; sailing on smaller, more intimate ships; and prioritizing…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Lodging
10 Best Hotels in Southern California You Should Book
Southern California, or SoCal, offers a glitzy and glamorous destination with sunny beaches, mountain peaks, and diverse flora and fauna for outdoor lovers. The article recommends ten hotels in Southern California based on careful research, considering factors like location, amenities, and positive reviews on…
— The Travel
What You Need to Know About Hilton’s New Lifestyle Brand Tempo
With major hotel companies announcing new brands left and right, it's hard to keep up with all of them. But of all the announcements coming out in the last few years, few have been as exciting as Hilton's new Tempo by Hilton, designed to cater to "active, ambitious travelers." Last month, the very first Tempo hotel…
— The Points Guy
This Gorgeous Santorini Resort Is One of the Best Hotels in Greece, According to T+L Readers
It took two days, in late August, to arrive on Santorini from Boston with two kids under 7, but we made it, seeking shade and a refreshing welcome spritz in Andronis Arcadia's serene lobby, a vision in neutrals. Perched at the top of a hill just outside of the island’s most attractive town — anyone who has ever…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
How Trans Travelers Can Make the Most of Their Trips
Travel can be frustrating and complicated for anyone, but for transgender people there’s an entirely separate list of considerations to add. It can take some extra research and planning to make sure trans travelers are going somewhere they won’t be targeted during vacation…
— USA Today
Bedbugs Have Taken Over Paris. What Should You Do if You’re Traveling There?
There’s something nasty going on in France. Paris is reporting a serious bedbug infestation that has taken over buses, the metro, theaters, and Charles de Gaulle Airport. Travelers and locals are sharing videos of these little critters crawling all over the capital city, which is wildly concerning with the Paris Olympics…
— Fodor's Travel
State Dept: Passport Processing Now 2 Weeks Faster
After a record-setting year for issuing passports, the Department of State announced on Monday that it’ll now be able to issue them two weeks faster. Starting on Oct. 2, passport processing times will be eight to 11 weeks for routine service and five to seven weeks for expedited service. Processing times begin the day…
— Travel Awaits
Today in History
Sputnik
On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program. Caught off-guard by the speed with which the Soviets…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avanti Introduces Two New Independent Travel Vacations, 10 New Hotels, and 19 NewTours in Panama; New Joint E-brochure, Microsite, Webinar, and Advisor Incentive with Visit Panama
Portland, Oregon, October 3, 2023 – Wholesale FIT* tour operator Avanti Destinations has expanded its offering for advisors’ independent travel clients going to Panama with two new customizable vacations, 10 new…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
A Taste of Blue-Roads Touring in 2024
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Our 2024 adventures are now ready to book, with over a third already guaranteed. Join our Global Head of Sales, Dylan Hearne, as we venture into all the highlights that Blue-Roads Touring has to offer. With new tours and deals, this is something you do not want to miss. The scenic route awaits!
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The Wonders of Patagonia with Australis - Part 1
Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
The best way to explore the remote region of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego at the Edge of South America, navigating the pristine waterways of the Strait of Magellan, The Beagle Channel, among others, including the mythical landing at Cape Horn is with a small Expedition and Education cruise company.
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