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Destinations
A First-Timer’s Guide to Downtown Manhattan, New York City: Where to Stay, What to Do and Where to Eat
Gossip Girl, The Bold Type, Sex and the City, The Devil Wears Prada, Friends, etcetera, etcetera, (honestly, I could go on) all shaped my childhood... And if I'm being real, my adulthood, too. The one thing they all have in common? Well, other than being the most iconic…
— Cosmopolitan
Is It Safe to Travel to the Caribbean During Hurricane Season?
Winter, spring, summer or fall – it’s never a bad time to visit the Caribbean. While summer ushers in the Caribbean’s hurricane season, the increase in rainfall usually yields deals on everything from flights to hotel rooms. Wet weather doesn’t dampen the spirit of the region or its…
— Lonely Planet
Kenya’s Beautiful Masai Mara Hit Hard by Floods—Here’s What Has Happened and How to Help
May is usually a very special month for me. Traditionally, this month marks my annual pilgrimage to Kenya’s Masai Mara, where apart from immersing myself in the spectacular landscapes, I get to explore how the region is preparing for the wildebeest migration, which usually…
— AFAR
Tours and Activities
The Loveliest Libraries in the US
Libraries represent a shared culture and the universality of learning. Around the world, they provide vital and vibrant spaces for communities to gather, debate, discuss – and maybe even read a bit. We’ve compiled a list of 10 outstanding libraries across the USA that…
— Lonely Planet
German Police Are Issuing Massive Fines to Road-Tripping Tourists
Germany is preparing for a busy summer season this year. It will host the UEFA European Championship beginning June 14, which is expected to bring a massive influx of tourists from around the world. And for those planning on road-tripping, experts in the U.K. are…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
These Cruise Lines Will Be More Transparent About Pricing Soon — Here’s Why
Cruise prices are about to get more transparent thanks to a new law in California that requires cruise lines to include extra expenses like taxes and port fees in the advertised fare. The state’s “Honest Pricing Law,” which goes into effect on July 1, will make it illegal for a…
— Travel+Leisure
How to Deal With Seasickness on a Cruise Ship
In 2024, almost 35.7 million people will go on a cruise, myself included. While I love the warm days spent in port, unlimited ice cream, and dips in the pool while watching a movie on the outdoor screens, there is one thing I hate about cruising: seasickness. Symptoms of…
— Condé Nast Traveler
This Cruise Line Launched a Summer Season Pass for Caribbean Cruises
Travelers can make a cruise ship in the Caribbean their floating vacation home this summer. Virgin Voyages is launching a Summer Season Pass on its Valiant Lady ship, allowing guests to sail six back-to-back cruises over the course of a month at a discounted price. The adults…
— USA Today
Transportation
Flyers Have Rights, Just Not Many. How DOT Is Trying to Fix That.
You've probably heard about the new airline consumer protection rules that rolled out with a one-two punch last month. There were so many, it's almost hard to keep track. And maybe you're saying to yourself: Finally, I'll have some rights when I fly. Please, don't get too…
— USA Today
Wildfire Smoke Snarls U.S. Air Travel With Flight Delays
The wildfire smoke that has cast a sickly pall over major cities across the eastern United States snarled air travel Thursday, creating headaches for big aviation hubs and upending plans for thousands of travelers. At least 330 flights across the country were delayed and…
— MSN.com
Lodging
After Grief, I Quit Traveling. But This Trip to Mexico Reminded Me That I’m Never Alone
I used to love traveling. With my best friends by my side, I was nearly swept away by the Reynisfjara waves in Iceland, spun like a princess outside of the Royal Palace of Madrid, rock-climbed Las Tetas de Cayey in Puerto Rico, and danced nights away on Havana streets. But…
— Refinery29
Staff Member at Eldora Ski Resort Dies After Tree Falls on Them
Officials with the Eldora Ski Resort issued a statement to the public following the death of a staff member who reportedly had a tree fall on them…
— CBS News
Other and Odd
Navigating the Complex Landscape of Racism in Travel
Traveling while Black can be a complex experience, with racism and discrimination presenting real challenges in various destinations worldwide. From the shutting down of the NYC-Dublin portal due to racism and indecency to the racial profiling of Black students and the…
— Rolling Out
Google Unveils Gemini Updates, Revolutionizing The Future Of Stress-Free Travel Planning
Gemini, Google’s latest marvel, is poised to revolutionize travel planning. Announced at the Google I/O 2024 developer conference, Gemini is not just another chatbot. It’s an AI-powered assistant designed to craft your entire vacation itinerary in the blink of an eye. Gemini…
— Travel Noire
What in the World Is a Travel Psychologist? We Asked One to Find Out
It’s a widely held belief that travel changes you. We all have that one friend who went to Bali and claimed to have found enlightenment, or the one who adopted a Spanish accent after studying abroad in “Barthelona.” But behind such cliches lies a fundamental truth: We’re not…
— Thrillist
Today in History
Brown v. Board of Education
On this day in 1954, the United States Supreme Court handed down the decision in the landmark case of Brown v. Board of Education. Earlier case law as set out in Plessy v. Ferguson, decided in 1896, had declared…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Avanti Debuts Last-Minute Booking Phone Line; Suggests Destinations with Plenty of Summertime Availability
Portland, OR, May 7, 2024 – For travel advisors with a new client who is in a hurry to travel, or a client who has delayed their decision about where to go this summer, Avanti has launched a Last-Minute Booking phone…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Bicycling Excursions On The Rhine
This we ek on the Rhine River, while cruising on AmaWaterways’ AmaLucia, I chose to straddle a saddle on four excursions by bicycle. “It’s the best way to see a place,” our guide Monika said as we rolled through Strasbourg, one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities. More than a dozen of us chose to cycle into the city center for an invigorating three-hour tour.
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
Finding Peace and Quiet – and a Great Butler – at Breathless Montego Bay
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday May 17, 2024
It’s  been a long time since I’ve stayed at an all-inclusive resort, and even longer since I’ve been to Jamaica, where we celebrated our honeymoon 50 years ago. And I’ve never been to Breathless, the Hyatt All-Inclusive Collection adults-only brand of “chic, social resorts” that promises a “spirited escape that's layered with amazing food, creative cocktails, top-notch service and luxurious spa experiences in stunning beachfront settings… amid an energetic backdrop of music and on-trend entertainment.”
— Travel Research Online
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