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Destinations
Passport-Free Travel in Singapore Is Here — But Only for Certain Travelers
From Tuesday, people traveling via car between Singapore and Malaysia can show self-generated QR codes rather than handing over their passports at two checkpoints. Authorities estimate the new procedure will reduce immigration processing time by more than…
— CNBC
Is It Safe to Travel to the Dominican Republic Amid the Crisis in Haiti?
A new wave of gang violence is wreaking havoc on the streets of Haiti. Thousands of residents have been forced to flee Port-au-Prince, police stations have been set ablaze, and there is widespread call for the resignation of de facto leader Prime Minister Ariel…
— AFAR
Tours and Activities
Skiing Mount Etna, Europe’s Tallest and Most Active Volcano
Most people don't think of snow in Sicily. But the Italian island's rumbling peak offers one of the world's most unforgettable skiing experiences. Standing at an altitude of 3,000m, I peered down across a glistening expanse of virgin snow blanketing Europe's tallest…
— BBC
7 Scenic Yet Casual Hikes In Arizona
Hiking in Arizona might seem like a challenge when considering vast routes through the Grand Canyon, but there are many scenic hikes in the state that are suitable for beginner hikers, families with young kids, or adventurers just looking for a relaxing way to…
— The Travel
10 Best Bars and Nightlife in Madrid
From historic taverns to iconic super clubs, Madrid doesn’t hold back when it comes to having a good night out. Most trips to a bar will leave you with fun (albeit blurry) memories, but an exploration of Madrid’s bar and nightlife scene will have you waving goodbye…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line Food: The Ultimate Cruise Guide to Restaurants and Dining on Board
Norwegian Cruise Line has always been a bit of a rebel when it comes to food. Back in 2000, the company introduced the concept of Freestyle Cruising, and with it, the idea of Freestyle Dining. Guests no longer were assigned to traditional early or late dinner…
— The Points Guy
New Disney Destiny Cruise Will Launch in 2025, Inspired by ‘Dynamic Duality’ of Heroes and Villains
Disney fans will soon get to set sail with some of the brand’s beloved characters on a new cruise. Disney Cruise Line has announced new details about its latest ship being constructed, Disney Destiny — described as full of “legends and lore” — which is set to launch…
— People Magazine
Transportation
Man Sneaked Photos of Boarding Passes to Get on Delta Plane, Complaint Says
A Texas man is accused of photographing other passengers’ boarding passes to sneak onto a Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City on Sunday, leading to his arrest on a felony charge after flight attendants recognized suspicious circumstances before takeoff…
— The Washington Post
What It’s Like to Take the World’s Longest Flight
I did a lot of flying last week, even as an airline reporter. My journeys even helped me complete an avgeek rite of passage: I took the longest flight in the world from New York to Singapore on March 11-13 and returned on March 16. I flew as a guest of Singapore…
— USA Today
Alaska Airlines Is Introducing a Subscription Service With Early Access to Sales, Free Wi-fi, and More Perks — How to Sign Up
Alaska Airlines is launching a paid subscription service this month offering discounts on Wi-Fi and first dibs on sales. Entitled Alaska Access, the subscription will cost $5 per month and require a 12 month commitment, according to the airline. Travelers who sign up…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
How a $33,000-A-Night Private Island Inspired by the Kennedys Became a Beacon for Sustainable Tourism
Thanda Island, a speck of sand off the Tanzanian coast, has room for only a handful of guests, but space enough for many thousands of inhabitants. A luxury estate which must be rented in its entirety, where prices start at $33,000 per night, you’ll have to…
— CNN
From Montana to the US Virgin Islands, These Are Some of Vrbo’s Dreamiest Vacation Rentals
From tiny homes to all-inclusive resorts, travelers today have more options than ever for where to stay on vacation. Vrbo highlighted some of its most remarkable U.S. properties Wednesday in its third annual Vacation Rentals of the Year list. “What stands out to me…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
The Federal Trade Commission Issues New Warning About Travel Scam
The Federal Trade Commission wants travelers to beware of potential scams involving free vacation offers. In a recent consumer alert on its website, the commission warned potential travelers that sometimes a deal really can be too good to be true. With the rise…
— Travel Noire
We Asked Experts: When Is It Okay for Children to Miss School for Vacation?
It’s a not-so-hidden secret that traveling during shoulder season—when prices are cheaper, crowds are thinner, and weather is cooler—can lead to a much more enjoyable trip. But for many families with school-aged children, travel is often limited to major holidays…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Today in History
The Archbishop is Executed
When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Jerry Mpufane’s Mission to Connect North and South
by David Cogswell
Thursday March 21, 2024
After five year s, Jerry Mpufane has left his post as president of the North American hub of South African Tourism, the government tourism board, to pursue other opportunities. Although his tenure 2019-2024 included the time of COVID’s global rampage, Mpufane leaves SAT in a better position than when he took the post in May 2019. When he started, North America, including Canada and the United States, was the third largest source market for South African visitors. Now it’s the largest.
I spoke to Jerry Mpufane recently. He told me that during his time as head of SAT North America, he observed a powerful demand for economic and cultural exchange between North America and South Africa. The demand for cultural and economic exchange is robust in both…
— Travel Research Online
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