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Destinations
The 13 Most Incredible Experiences in Norway
Norway is renowned for its natural beauty, with its legion of fjords, glaciers and mountains demanding the attention of visitors. But, if you can pull your gaze away from the awe-inspiring landscape for just a few brief moments, you’ll also discover cutting-edge cultural venues…
— Lonely Planet
You Haven’t Seen Blue Until You’ve Seen San Andres
On San Andres, a small Colombian island in an archipelago off the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua, counting the blues in the famous “Sea of Seven Colors” is on every visitor’s to-do list. It’s a midday activity done en route as you cruise among the cays, or keys, dotting San Andres’s eastern side: low-lying (mostly) uninhabited specks that aren’t much more than coral topped with palm trees and circled by…
— New York Times
Tours and Activities
Clearing Another Hurdle at the Arctic Winter Games
In the face of climate change, Indigenous communities are uniting in Alaska to compete in centuries-old sports and keep traditions alive during "the Olympics of the North". This March, Kyle Ḵaayák'w Worl will resume the push-up position and hop on his fists for an excruciating 60 yards (55m) to beat his personal best and the world record his father held for decades. But, he tells me, credit for the…
— BBC Travel
7 Best Beaches In Florida For Seashell Hunters
Wondering where to find seashells in Florida? Sanibel Island is one of the best spots in Florida for shelling, with unique shell varieties. Manasota Key Beach offers the chance to search for seashells and black shark teeth in a serene setting. Clearwater is also home to some of the best Florida beaches for shelling; it has sandy beaches that appeal to seashell enthusiasts, as well as plenty of marine life and scenic…
— The Travel
Death Valley National Park Reopens 195 Miles of Roads Damaged by 2023 Hurricane — What to Know If You're Visiting
Nearly 200 miles of roads have reopened in Death Valley National Park after they were damaged by a hurricane last year. The National Park Service reopened 195 miles of roads over the past week following necessary repairs after 2023’s Hurricane Hilary swept through the park that straddles California and Nevada. Now, the Emigrant Canyon, West Side, Ibex, Saratoga, and Owlshead roads are all open to visitors…
— Travel+Leisure
Cruise
Inside the Luxurious Sun Princess - What Sets it Apart?
Bill Panoff, the CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and senior writer Steve Leland sat down to discuss Leland’s upcoming voyage aboard Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess, sailing out of Athens next week. As they delved into the details, Leland shared his insights on what guests can expect on the largest ship in the fleet. The two discussed the luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining options, and exciting…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Rescheduled Cruise Ship Dry Dock Results in Cancellations
Shipyard delays have dashed the hopes of passengers looking forward to setting sail on P&O Cruises’ Iona. Initially slated for refurbishment in March 2025, Iona’s overhaul has been pushed back to October 2025. P&O Cruises announced delays in Iona’s refurbishment will cause a cancellation of two slated cruises in October 2025. In an email sent to passengers booked on Iona’s October 18, 2025, cruise to Spain and…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
At Least 50 People Are Injured by a ‘Strong Movement’ on a Plane Traveling From Australia to New Zealand
At least 50 people were injured Monday by what officials described as a “strong movement” on a Chilean plane traveling from Sydney to Auckland, New Zealand. LATAM Airlines said in a statement that there was “a technical event during the flight which caused a strong…
— CNBC
How Do You Use Tokyo's Public Transportation System?
Here’s how to get around Tokyo with ease. I remember visiting Tokyo in the 1990s and struggling to figure out the transit system marked by Japanese signs and snaking route maps. Fortunately, with the advent of Google Maps and smartphones, it’s become far easier for travelers to master public transportation in Japan’s capital city. Tokyo’s transit system is considered one of the most efficient in the world…
— Fodor's Travel
Boeing Whistleblower Found Dead, Years After Speaking out About Safety Concerns, Reports Say
A former Boeing employee who spoke out about safety concerns with the company's aircraft production was found dead in his car over the weekend in Charleston, South Carolina, several outlets reported. John Barnett, 62, a quality manager who worked with Boeing for over 30 years before he retired in 2017 was found dead Saturday with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to multiple…
— USA Today
Lodging
The Best Secrets Resorts & Spas for a Relaxing, Adults-Only Getaway
From Mexico to St. Martin, Spain to Jamaica — and quite a few destinations in between, including Bulgaria — Secrets Resorts & Spas have remained a primary player in Hyatt's push toward both luxury and all-inclusive resorts. The luxury brand continues to be one of the best of its kind, impressing Hyatt loyalists and travelers in search of the kind of vacation where you don't have to think about your wallet even…
— The Points Guy
Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras in Rentals
Airbnb announced Monday that it’s banning the use of security cameras inside rentals. Before this change, the platform allowed owners to have cameras in common areas, such as living rooms, kitchens and hallways, as long as they were disclosed on the listing. Security cameras were not allowed in areas such as bedrooms or bathrooms. The change will go into effect April 30, Airbnb said in a blog post. The…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
Want Global Entry Before Your Next Trip? Here’s How to Get It
Going on a trip soon and want to ensure a quicker, document-free entry back into the United States? Consider applying for Global Entry. The Trusted Traveler Program’s Global Entry (often referred to as solely Global Entry) is a program that offers expedited customs clearance for enrolled travelers. The program, operated by the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program, allows pre-approved…
— Travel Noire
12 Safest Countries To Visit (According to the Latest Data In 2023)
Anybody spending this part of winter dreaming about traveling to new places inevitably wonders where it’s safe, and where it isn’t safe, to travel. To help make travel planning easier and get a definitive answer to that question, you can turn to a report called the Safest Countries In The World 2023 from World Population Review, an independent organization that works to make demographic information about the…
— Travel Awaits
Today in History
Coca Cola Sold In Bottles
If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches, and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass. The syrup was mixed…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Travelers Can Be the First to Embark on Collette’s New ‘Spotlight on Northern Italy’ Tour
Pawtucket, RI (March 7, 2024) - Collette reminds travelers that they can be among the first to embark on their all new “Spotlight on Northern Italy” tour. Seats are still available on the first-ever departure for this tour on Aug. 15, 2024.Collette reminds travelers that they can be among the first to embark on their all new…
— Travel Research Online
60-Second Geography
More Than Mount Fuji, Shizuoka
by Joey DeLoach
Tuesday March 12, 2024
As the  home of Mount Fuji, there’s already an expectation that Shizuoka will be a scenic delight of any trip to Japan. But outside the shadow of Japan’s highest mountain is a cultural heritage, beaches, and fresh seafood cuisine.
— Travel Research Online
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Explore Spain & Portugal with Blue-Roads Touring
Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 4 pm EDT/1 pm PDT
From Madrid to Barcelona and Pamplona, Spain is a cultural melting pot, with a rich mix of Moorish, Roman and Basque influences. Followed by one of Europe’s most beautiful countries, Portugal is the ideal destination for any traveler, with green mountains, spectacular slopes, desert-like landscapes and pristine beaches.
Join the Blue-Roads Touring Global Head of Sales, Dylan Hearne, as we venture into all the highlights these destinations have to offer.
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