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Destinations
Foreign Office: Travellers to Belgium may expect delay
The Foreign Office is warning those heading to Belgium to expect delays on major roads as farmers ramp up their protests against EU-imposed farming…
— Travel and Tour World
The Top Travel Destinations of 2024, According to Nat Geo
2024 is slated to be the biggest year for travel since the pandemic began. With the full return to travel, there are a flood of options for how you can take your big trip this year. An abundance of options is great, but it also means that making that precious choice can…
— Thrillist
Machu Picchu train line reopens after protests leave tourists stranded
Access to Incan site in Peru was blocked due to dispute over new electronic rail ticketing…
— The National News
Tours and Activities
18 Incredible Things to Do in Venice Beach, California in 2024
Looking for the best things to do in Venice Beach, California? From Muscle Bech to the Canls, these are the top things to see in Venice,…
— The Planet D
Cruise
How much does a Disney cruise cost? We have answers
We reveal how much a Disney cruise costs per ship and itinerary, extras that are worth the additional fees and how to save money on a Disney…
— The Points Guy
Over 100 cruise passengers sickened after gastrointestinal illness outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 120 guests have become sick while sailing on the Queen Victoria luxury liner owned by Cunard Cruise…
— FOX Business
How to Cruise Antarctica Without Sailing the Drake Passage
Worried about the Drake Shake? Here's a look at the ways to take an Antarctic cruise without sailing through its notoriously rough…
— TravelAge West
Transportation
United Airlines leaked internal memo unveils surprising crackdown
Airline passengers who travel frequently have come to expect flight attendants to provide a variety of services and ensure their safety during flights. Now, United Airlines (UAL) is cracking down on one behavior the carrier does not want to see onboard its…
— The Street
Laser strikes against aircraft including airline planes have surged to a new record, the FAA says
Laser strikes aimed at aircraft are at an all-time high. That's according to the Federal Aviation…
— Associated Press
'We caused the problem': Boeing CEO takes accountability for Alaska Airlines door plug incident
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun took responsibility for a door plug getting blown out of an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this month in a fourth quarter earnings…
— ABC News
Lodging
Inside Capella's Swanky New 86-Key Hotel in Taiwan
Opening in the heart of the Taiwanese capital in late 2024, the Capella Taipei will include 86 rooms, three restaurants, a two-story bar, and a…
— Robb Report
72% of Americans likely to maintain or increase hotel stays in 2024
72% of Americans say they plan to either maintain or increase their number of hotel stays in 2024 compared to 2023, and hotels remain the top lodging choice for likely travelers, according to a survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and conducted by Morning…
— Hospitality.net
W New Orleans - French Quarter Gets Stylish Revamp For 25th Anniversary
The classic NOLA hotel was upgraded with Sazerac-inspired rooms and a new cajun/creole restaurant, just in time for Mardi…
— Maxim
Other and Odd
Start-up airline looks to ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric engines to power flights
German aviation start-up flyv is exploring the use of ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric engines for its future flight operations. Under an agreement revealed today (February 1), the pair will explore the use of the fuel cell powertrain for flyv’s…
— H2 View
Can You Deduct Your Vacation From Your Taxes? Experts Weigh In
If some of your travel involves business, you may be able to deduct travel expenses on your taxes. Experts explain…
— AFAR
Traveling With Kids? 24 Tips and Tricks To Make Family Travel a Little Easier
Don't let the fear of traveling with kids keep you from booking that trip! We can help with trusted tips and tricks that work for all kinds of family…
— Wealth of Geeks
Today in History
New York's Grand Central Station Opens
Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks.
Grand Central contains restaurants, delis, bakeries, news stands, a gourmet and fresh food market, and more than thirty retail stores.
The clock on the front of the building contains the world's largest example of Tiffany glass. The cavernous interior boasts…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
In 2024, Tourism Cares, More Than Ever
by David Cogswell
Thursday February 01, 2024
Malia Asfour, t he managing director of the Jordan Tourism Board, North America, has started the second year of her three-year term as chairman of Tourism Cares, the travel industry association dedicated to sustainability and to protecting the great travel sites of the world.
I spoke to Malia last week about the current projects and direction of Tourism Cares. Since its founding in the early part of the 21st century, it has evolved and continues to evolve. It is finding new ways to make the support of tourism benefit local communities and travel businesses in ways that will continue to bring benefits into the future. In a sense, they are developing ways to make their sustainability efforts more sustainable.
Tourism Cares was started as part of the U.S.…
— Travel Research Online
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