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Destinations
How Marseille Found It's Magic
have a hazy memory of being six and driving through the centre of Paris with some family friends. Cars honked at us, people shouted; one elderly man even shook his fist at me. I turned to my mum next to me on the back seat. ‘We have a Marseille number…
— Elle
Which Popular European Destination Has the Worst Pickpocketing?
Pickpocketing may only be considered a petty theft, but it has the potential to ruin any traveler’s vacation. While travelers could just lose some extra cash, thieves can also take more important items like passports or expensive jewelry. By now, most people are…
— USA Today
7 Reasons Why This Sunny Spanish City Is Perfect For Solo Travelers
Sevilla, Spain is one of the best destinations in Europe for solo travelers. I spent several weeks in Sevilla as a solo traveler, and I've been hoping to return ever since! It was one of my favorite cities in Europe as a solo traveler, as someone who's visited 30+…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Six Flags Updates Mobile App with Planning Tools, Digital Wallet, and More
Six Flags' mobile app is getting a makeover. From pre-planning tools to the in-park experience, the “groundbreaking enhancements” strive to “improve guest experience and streamline park operations,” Six Flags Entertainment Corporation shared with Travel…
— Travel+Leisure
Exploring Alaska’s Epic National Parks
With vast wilderness making up most of the state, Alaska’s parks and outdoor spaces take center stage for most visitors. Alaska is home to about 60% of the total national park land in the US, covering 56 million acres. Of the eight Alaska national parks, only a few…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
After 20 Ocean Cruises, I Took My First River Cruise—Here’s How It Was Better
In 1995, when I was a freshman in college, my parents first introduced me to cruising. I absolutely loved waking up each morning on a new Caribbean island, and I thoroughly enjoyed the nonstop array of activities to keep me busy on our floating hotel. In my…
— Reader's Digest
America’s Cruise Line Has Gone Italian — Or Has It?
"I could really go for another slice of pizza," I thought, as I eyed the gelato along the Lido Deck's outdoor piazza and hummed, "That's Amore" — a tune that has seemed to play on repeat since I boarded Carnival Firenze four days ago. When I first heard…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Southwest Passengers Now Get a $75 Voucher for Big Flight Disruptions
Southwest Airlines has launched a new compensation fund for inconvenienced fliers, offering $75 vouchers to passengers whose flights are significantly delayed or canceled for a reason within the airline’s control. The compensation fund is part of the airline’s…
— The Washington Post
Are Your Flights Going to Take Off on Time This Summer?
A record 4.7 billion people are expected to travel by air this summer and several factors may converge to create chaos at the country’s airports. A recent report from global travel technology company Amadeus found that “flight disruption remains above…
— AFAR
A New Black-Owned Flight School Is Making Waves in the Race for More Minority Pilots
Gwinnett County, in Atlanta, Georgia, officially has its first Black-owned flight school, joining a nationwide effort to increase the number of minority pilots. Look Up Flight Academy, owned by Mike Ojo, is a much-needed opportunity for aspiring minority aviators…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
Glamping With the Stars
As I exited Harry Reid International Airport on a bright March afternoon, my hand flew up to protect my eyes, which had grown accustomed to the dull light of a long, gray Tennessee winter. I’d headed west for the sun, but even more so for the night sky, so I…
— New York Times
7 of Europe’s Most Amazing Tree House Stays for Families
Get back to nature with these incredible treehouses in Europe, perfect for a family adventure in the woodland. When was the last time you climbed a creaky ladder and found peace amongst the treetops? If the answer is decades ago, then now could be the…
— Lonely Planet
Romer House Waikiki Is Cute, Affordable and Near All the Action
A slew of exciting new hotels have been popping up in Honolulu — and starting June 1, there will be a new lifestyle hotel in the heart of one the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. Here's a first look at Romer House Waikiki. An adults-only hotel, this Romer…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
The Best Destinations for Sustainable Travel
When it comes to sustainability, travel can feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, exploring the world helps to cultivate empathy towards new cultures and can lead to radical change. On the other, the potential emissions from hopping on a plane and…
— Vogue
This Banned Drink Is Making a Comeback
We’d just wrapped up an epic, authentic lunch in Bogota’s famed La Perseverancia Market. I was ready to start walking off my arepas, ajiaco, and aguardiente shots when a young man selling bottles from a small cart caught my eye. “Maria, what’s that over…
— Fodor's Travel
Today in History
Dedication of the Empire State Building
New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon using earlier designs for the Reynolds…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
Three New Routes to Switzerland: Two by Air, One via Matterhorn
by Megan Chapa
Wednesday May 01, 2024
North American  tourism to Switzerland has doubled since 2019 and the demand for increased transportation has been answered. Convenient and culturally immersive, Switzerland has given the North American tourist, and diligently planning travel agents, a giant transportation high five. There are now three new and noteworthy options for entering this picturesque, storybook country. For business or leisure tourists, getting to Switzerland has never been easier or more culturally immersive.
Arriving by Air
Switzerland’s national carrier, Swiss International Airlines, now flies two additional direct routes from North America. Washington-Dulles (DCA) and Toronto International Airport (YYZ) offering a combined additional 12 flights per week. According to a recent press conference hosted by Switzerland Tourism, The DCA airport lounge will soon receive a refresh for enhanced traveler…
— Travel Research Online
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