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Destinations
Daily tourism tax and tour group cap coming to Venice this year
In addition to the previously announced tourism tax starting later this year, Venice will cap tour groups to 25…
— The Points Guy
This Is the Best Place to Retire in 2024, According to a New Report
International Living unveiled its 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index and named the top 10 places to retire to this year. See who made the…
— Travel+Leisure
Here's why Panama is great place to travel with kids
From babies and toddlers to young children, tweens and teens, here are the best experiences in Panama for families of…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Why you should try an Intrepid tour of Costa Rica for your next adventure holiday
If you're craving adventure, you can't go wrong with a trip to Costa Rica. I tried an Intrepid group tour of the country and here are my honest…
— Women's Health
Cruise
Ultimate World Cruise journey goes viral as social media users track 9-month trip
The hashtag #ultimateworldcruise has garnered over 150 million views on TikTok as users track the nine-month Royal Caribbean…
— ABC News
2024 Cruise Industry Executive Guide Now Available For Instant Download
The all new 2024 Cruise Industry Executive Guide is now available to instantly download from Cruise Industry News via PDF, covering more than 120+ cruise operators and listing over 1,600 executive names, plus cruise line information, fleet listings of ships by brand and much…
— Cruise Industry News
American Cruise Lines ship stops in Punta Gorda
The second arrival of the American Cruise Lines ship, "American Glory," has brought more tourism to Punta Gorda. The ship sails from St Pete to Key West with a stop in Punta Gorda and Marco…
— NBC
Transportation
What we know about the Japan Airlines plane crash
Everyone on Japan Airlines Flight 516 survived the crash, while five Coast Guard members in the other plane died. The cause is under…
— Business Insider
Delta Air Lines' Named North America's Most Punctual Airline In 2023
The airline also won the Cirium Platinum Award for the third consecutive…
— Simple Flying
Major airline to 'lower fares' after online travel agents remove flights
Ryanair has announced it will "lower fares" after online travel agents have removed flights from the airline without…
— National World
Lodging
Inside Two Authentic New Resorts on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula
These idyllic retreats embrace local culture with spectacular…
— Elite Traveler
I've Traveled All Over the Caribbean and This Is My All-time Favorite Island — and It's Getting a New Boutique Hotel
T+L senior editor Danielle Pointdujour checks in to Grenada's not-yet-open Silversands Beach House to bring you a sneak peek at this winter's must-visit…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
How to cruise comfortably with dietary restrictions: 9 tips from travelers who know
Dietary restrictions and traveling, especially on the high seas, can be tough. We have tips on how to stay safe and still eat…
— USA Today
Sober travel: ‘Dry tripping’ is tipped to take off in 2024 - here’s how to try it for yourself
Alcohol-free tours and hotel mocktail menus prove you don't need to drink to have…
— EuroNews
Today in History
The March of Dimes
In the early part of the 20th century, polio either killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938.
Better known as the March of Dimes, the Foundation raised money for polio research and treatment for victims and the care of those afflicted with the disease. The campaign asked all Americans to contribute ten cents to fight…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
The Travel Institute mourns loss of board member, friend, and industry leader Scott Ahlsmith
FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 2, 2024 – The Travel Institute announces the loss of board of trustees and executive committee member, industry thought leader, and travel advisor advocate Scott Ahlsmith, CTC, who passed away December 25 after a long-term illness.
“We bid goodbye to a friend and a leader. Scott leaves a legacy of innovation in business and technology that helped propel the industry forward for many decades,” shared Gary Pollard, CTC, chairman of the board of trustees for The Travel Institute. With a career dating back to 1972, Ahlsmith first joined The Travel Institute board in 2002, was the longest sitting member, and served as its chairman for eight years.
Ahlsmith was also active…
— Travel Research Online
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