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Destinations
7 Reasons Why You Should Visit This Authentic Underrated City In Italy
Italy is indisputably one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Home to numerous iconic landmarks, including Rome's ancient Colosseum, the UNESCO-listed canals of Venice, and the leaning Tower of Pisa to name a few, it attracts tens of…
— Travel Off Path
This Former ‘Sin City’ Is Now Incredibly Family-Friendly
Thailand’s Pattaya is finally outgrowing its reputation as a city of sin, arguably transforming itself into one of Southeast Asia’s most underrated family destinations. Brimming with water parks, golf courses, fine beaches, ocean sports, theme parks, indoor play…
— Fodor's Travel
This Maine Town Is One Of The Top Vacation Spots For 2024
From Acadia National Park, one of the most beautiful US destinations, to some of the most impressive lighthouses in the country, Maine boasts many amazing places to explore. However, the real charm of this East Coast state lies in the small towns, and while…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
Dark Tourism: When Travel And Tragedy Meet
Death, disaster, tragedy, and atrocity are four words commonly associated with dark tourism. Becoming a dark tourist is a controversial, and complex type of travel that some people consider no different than historical tourism while others see it as taboo…
— Travel Noire
7 Things to Know Before Going to Yosemite National Park
Yosemite, established in 1864, is a superstar of the National Park System for good reason. A visit, whether you stay in well-connected Yosemite Valley or head out into the vast wilderness, is a humbling experience. Despite its fame and infrastructure (areas…
— Lonely Planet
An Expert’s Guide to the Finding the Best Cheese in Paris
While some come to Paris for the bread, pastries or three-hour bistro lunches, I came for the cheese. France is home to over a thousand of them, from the Loire Valley's days-old fresh chèvres (goat cheeses) boasting the barest whiff of the barnyard to the…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
This Ultra-Luxury Cruise Whisks Travelers to 40 Countries in 5 Months
Imagine spending nearly five months exploring the most fascinating destinations in the world while living in a lavish suite on a luxury cruise ship. From your suite’s private balcony, you can watch the ship pull into secluded islands and alluring ports in Asia…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Celebrity Cruises Adds New Perks for Their Most Loyal Cruisers
Celebrity Cruises has added new perks for their Zenith members, those who cruise the most with the cruise line. Zenith members are those who have earned 3,000 or more points sailing on Celebrity cruise ships, Celebrity Cruises’ highest loyalty tier. The cruise…
— Cruise Fever
Carnival Cruise Line Completes Roll Out of Digital Debark
Carnival Cruise Line has achieved a new milestone in guest services by extending its Digital Debarkation program to every ship in its North American fleet. After much anticipation, Carnival Cruise Line has released its Digital Debark program across the entire North…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
Why Overhead Bin Space Is So Competitive
I’ll admit it. I will elbow you out of the way to get on the plane 30 seconds sooner and secure overhead bin space. I’m not proud of it, but I'll probably never see you again, and I really don’t want to have to check a bag on most flights. I’m part of the problem, but…
— USA Today
Why Airlines Tell You Not to Retrieve Your Phone if It Falls Between Seats
You may have noticed in recent years that during the announcements before takeoff, flight attendants have started telling passengers that if their phone falls between the seats, they should alert a crew member. Many passengers might try to retrieve…
— AFAR
United Airlines Unveils Flight Filters for Wheelchair Users
United Airlines is officially rolling out new accessibility features Thursday that it says will make flying easier for wheelchair users. The updates, which the airline previously announced, include the ability to find flights that are the best equipped to handle their…
— USA Today
Lodging
These Are the Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Maldives
A trip to the Maldives — that dreamy equatorial archipelago of white-sand beaches, swaying palms and vibrant reefs — might seem like Champagne wishes and caviar dreams. And its luxury resorts certainly offer plenty of both delicacies. However, there are also…
— The Points Guy
Best Places to Stay in Tennessee: From Treehouses to Rat Pack Vibes, These 8 Sites Will Have You Extending Your Stay
So you didn't make it to the beach for spring break but you still desperately need a getaway? Try elevating your standard staycation or day trip with a night or two in a truly special hotel. Luckily, National Geographic's got you covered, with a handy guide to eight of…
— Knox News
T&C Hotel Awards 2024: The Best-Looking New Lodges in the Wild
Entering one of Royal Portfolio’s hotels or lodges, you may well wonder whatever happened to classic safari khaki. Each interior is an exuberant collage of colors, textures, and contemporary African art handpicked by co-owner Liz Biden, whose design motto…
— Town & Country
Other and Odd
Corporate Travel Titans Merge as Amex GBT Acquires CWT
In a major merger that underscores its faith in business travel, American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) is acquiring CWT in a $570 million deal. Amex GBT is the world’s largest travel management company, with 20,000 global customers and about…
— Travel Research Online
These Are the Most Popular Destinations for Summer 2024, According to Google
Travelers are just chuffed with London this summer, and are planning to head there in droves. That’s according to Google, which named the city in the United Kingdom the most popular destination for summer 2024. The list reflects searches in the United States…
— Travel+Leisure
I’m a Luxury Travel Agent: Destinations My Wealthy Clients Don’t Visit Anymore
The lifting of post-pandemic travel restrictions released a flood of demand for destinations worldwide, but those with the most money to spend on experiences changed their priorities and preferences along the way. GOBankingRates spoke with two travel…
— Yahoo! Finance
Today in History
The Three Mile Island Accident
The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on…
— Travel Research Online
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