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Destinations
Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Iceland - Natural Scenic Destinations 2024
From the Northern Lights to volcanic landscapes, explore Iceland's breathtaking beauty with our guide to the most beautiful places to…
— Travel+Leisure
Bali collects over USD 100,000 from new tourism tax
Bali introduces a tourism tax to fund cultural preservation, environmental protection, and infrastructure improvements, enhancing sustainable travel…
— Travel And Tour World
Tours and Activities
Australian Trilogy - Melbourne, Cairns and Sydney
Experience an exhilarating 12-night Australian adventure, beginning with four nights at The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins in Melbourne. Discover the dramatic coastal beauty of the Great Ocean Road on a full-day tour and explore the vibrant city of Melbourne with a half-day city…
— DUA Travel
Colors of Spain
In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious…
— Petrabax
Cruise
Royal Caribbean Group Signs with Chantiers For Next Oasis Class Ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced today that it has entered into an agreement with French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique to order a seventh Oasis Class ship for delivery to its Royal Caribbean International fleet in…
— Cruise Industry News
Video Angry travelers claim Norwegian Cruise Line rerouted Antarctica voyage mid-trip
Cruise line passengers claim the trip’s description was changed to “round-trip of South America” and their itinerary had been altered in the middle of their…
— ABC News
Italy's Largest, First LNG Cruise Ship Delivered by Fincantieri to Princess
The cruise line famed for operating “The Love Boat” from the 1970s TV show took delivery on its newest, but delayed, cruise ship today in Italy on appropriately Valentine’s Day. At 177,882 gross tons, the Sun Princess is the largest ship built in Italy to…
— The Maritime Executive
Transportation
Weekend Strike in France to Affect Thousands of Holiday Travelers
Travelers in February are accustomed to keeping an eye on the weather before they depart for the airport. But this year, it’s wise to keep up to date with where the strikes are being held. This weekend the action will be in France, where two large unions representing railroad workers will walk off the job in the middle of the country’s winter school…
— Travel Research Online
Flying continues as Alaska Airlines flight attendants authorize strike
What the Alaska Airlines flight attendant strike authorization vote means for you (and why you shouldn't panic about…
— USA Today
United CEO explains airline's plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 : Here & Now Anytime
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby talks about the airline's plan to be net-zero by 2050. And, Grist's Jake Bittle explores the environmental impact of liquefied natural…
— NPR
Lodging
Bedbugs: A Hotel Dilemma
Chicago ranks No. 1 in bedbugs, followed by New York and Philadelphia, a pest control company…
— Forbes
Only Carnival's cruise guests will be able to vacation at this $500 million private resort — take a sneak peek
Carnival says its upcoming private island-like destination is set to have amenities including waterslides, an adult-only club, and beachfront…
— Business Insider
10 Family-Friendly All-Inclusive Resorts In Riviera Maya
All-inclusive family resorts in Riviera Maya are where parents can have an immersive vacation with their kids without worrying about additional…
— The Travel
Other and Odd
An airline passenger in Germany joked he was carrying 3 grenades because airport security lines were taking too long, police say
The German Federal Police are investigating a man who joked that he was carrying grenades at an airport because the security check was taking too…
— Business Insider
Sustainable Travel in the US: How to Explore Responsibly and Leave a Positive Impact
In an era where climate change and environmental preservation are at the forefront of global conversations, sustainable travel has become more than a buzzword—it’s a necessity. The United States, with its diverse landscapes ranging from bustling cities to serene national parks, offers ample opportunity for travelers to embrace eco-friendly…
— MSN.com
Today in History
Remember the Maine!
William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity.
Tensions were high between the United States and Spain. President William McKinley had ordered the ship there to protect American and national interests in the Spanish colony. The explosion late at night sent the ship to the bottom with 260 of the 350 men aboard. Hearst sent a reporter to Cuba to cover the "war". When the reporter wired Hearst with the news that no war existed, Hearst famously cabled back "Please remain. You furnish the pictures, I will furnish the…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette’s ‘Spotlight on Paris’ tour soars during Bon Voyage to Europe Sale
Pawtucket, RI (February 14, 2024) – Collette is celebrating Valentine’s Day by shining the spotlight on the Ville d’Amour, Paris. The “Spotlight on Paris” tour is amongst the most popular Spotlight tours. Collette’s Spotlight tours give travelers the opportunity to explore each destination to the fullest and get to know the area like a…
— Travel Research Online
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