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Destinations
This Luxe Colorado Hot Spot Is One of the Best Places to Travel in 2024, With New Hotels and a Food-And-Drink Scene That Keeps Getting Better
I woke up on a Monday morning in Aspen to the view of pine trees heavy with brilliant white snow. It was still coming down as I rode the gondola up the 11,000-foot peak, not to ski but to visit the ultra-exclusive Aspen X Mountain Club. Inside the club, where an annual…
— Travel+Leisure
5 Reasons Why the Cape Cod of the Midwest Should Be Your Next Destination
I’m sure you’ve heard of Cape Cod, but did you know the Midwest has its own version of Cape Cod? Jutting into Lake Michigan, there’s a beautiful peninsula known as Door County, Wisconsin. I had no idea what to expect before my visit to Door County in February, but I was…
— 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 centers, alluring markets…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
From Music to Food to Film, Readers Say These Are the Best Festivals in the Nation
Millions of people attend at least one festival in the U.S. per year — and those numbers are on the rise. With so many events to choose from (and ticket prices in the hundreds, if not thousands of dollars for some festivals), it can be difficult to decide where to spend your time and…
— 10Best
Tskaltubo: The Rebirth of Georgia’s Derelict Soviet Spa Town
As Georgia shakes off the shackles of its Soviet past, a new scheme aims to revive Tskalutbo's abandoned sanatoriums and turn the town into a world-class spa destination once again. Electroshock therapy? Sounds painful. Colonic hydrotherapy? I'll pass. How about ultrasound laser…
— BBC Travel
Cruise
Hotels at Sea: Land-Based Hospitality Brands Bring Guests With Them to Cruises
Mason Jones isn’t an avid cruiser, but he enjoyed his trip with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection so much that he took two in less than a year. Jones, a 50-year-old family doctor from Austin, Texas, booked the March 2023 sailing with his wife for its mostly all-inclusive model. And…
— USA Today
There’s a New Option for a River Cruise Through Portugal’s Wine Country
Avalon Waterways is the latest river cruise line to launch sailings on the Douro. The Denver-based brand on Thursday unveiled its first vessel on the vineyard-lined river in Portugal, which has been one of river cruising's fastest-growing destinations in recent years. Dubbed Avalon…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
‘Flying Feels Different’: Here’s How Air Travel Has Changed Recently
If you haven't flown in a while, fasten your seatbelts. I've got good news – and bad news. You've probably already heard the bad news because it travels faster than the speed of sound. Airfares are up. So are luggage fees. And we seem to have a problem with in-flight violence…
— USA Today
Colourful Carriages and Dreamy Elbe Views: On Board the European Sleeper From Brussels to Prague
Standing on the platform at Brussels-Midi station, it’s hard not to smile as the European Sleeper rolls in. The night train is composed of 15 old carriages rented by a start-up of the same name, one of a few new private operators aiming to fashion Europe’s rail renaissance. This will be…
— Euro News
The Ultimate Guide to Getting to and From New York City’s Airports
If you’ve ever landed in New York City and splurged upward of $50 on an Uber to take you on from there, we salute your struggle. So we propose another option: public transport. While this choice may seem daunting, in truth taking the train, subway and/or bus to and from the…
— Lonely Planet
Lodging
These Are the 15 Best Hotels and Resorts in Tuscany
Ah, Tuscany: It’s no wonder that this Italian province remains a perennial favorite of so many travelers. The landscapes, which range from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Apennine Mountains, unfurl into a mosaic of vineyards, hilltop towns, art- and history-filled cities, and wild coastlines…
— AFAR
This Is One of the Most Expensive Hotel Rooms in the World, at $100K per Night
The Royal Mansion Suite at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai is easily one of the most expensive and luxurious hotel rooms in the world. With more than 10,000 square feet across two stories on the 18th and 19th floors, the suite has multiple rooms, dining and entertaining spaces. It has…
— Travel Noire
Other and Odd
The Ultimate Guide to Confusing Travel Jargon
Let's be honest. With travel being back in full swing and everyone constantly on the move, it feels like new terms and buzzwords are coined everyday to reflect the newest travel trend—and it can be hard to keep up. But don't worry, we're here to help you stay up-to-date. We've…
— Thrillist
French Airports Push EU for Entry/Exit System Launch Delay
The executives of French airports are calling on the European Union to delay the launch date of the Entry/Exit System (EES) further. The EES was originally set to become effective in May of this year. However, due to some problems and at the request of France to postpone its launch…
— SchengenVisaInfo.com
Today in History
Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road
On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland. Cumberland Road became one of…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Launches ‘Collette Connection’ Service for Advisors
Pawtucket, RI (March 28, 2024) – Collette announces the launch of its new “Collette Connection” service. With the print-on-demand service, travel advisors will be able to send their clients Collette’s Explorations brochure…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Viking Launches New Nile Ship
Viking® today  announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Hathor—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in August 2024, the Viking Hathor will join the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
“Egypt is a phenomenal destination, and we are pleased with the continued interest for our Nile River voyages. Our guests are thinking people who are curious about the world—and Egypt, with its cultural treasures and ancient antiquities, remains at the top of the travel list for many of them,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking. “With the float out of the Viking Hathor, we look forward to welcoming more guests to…
— Travel Research Online
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