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Destinations
You Can Sleep in a Former UK Prime Minister’s Estate in Wales
Mention Flintshire to most people and they might struggle to pinpoint it on a map. The county sits just on the Welsh side of the border with England, with Liverpool to the east and the mountains of Eyri (Snowdonia) to the west. It’s a place of quiet beauty, where small villages…
— National Geographic
F1 Driver Lance Stroll’s Guide to a Weekend in His Hometown Montreal
Lance Stroll is F1 royalty and a born-and-bred Quebecois. This is the Aston Martin racer's guide to Montreal, from runs through Mount Royal Park to smoked meat at Lester's. Known for its French flair, splendid parks and rugged mountain backdrops, Montreal is the largest city in…
— BBC
7 Medieval Towns In Italy To Visit This Summer
San Gimignano offers a charming mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, making it a must-visit town in Tuscany this summer. From the picturesque Positano in Salerno to the hidden gem of Roccantica in Rieta, Italy's medieval towns promise unique experiences…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
One of Europe’s Largest Travel Operators Calls Time as It Files for Insolvency
Thousands of travellers are likely to be affected as a number of package holidays are cancelled or cut short. FTI Group, one of Europe's biggest tour companies, has filed for insolvency. The Munich-based business, which has recently been hit by a number of problems including…
— EuroNews
2024's Top US Beaches That Are Social Media Summer Sensations
With summer approaching, Americans are preparing for their yearly trek to the country’s most pristine beaches. Travel Pulse reports that a recent study by Journey Era, using the all-pervasive power of social media hashtags, has revealed the most talked-about beach destinations in…
— Travel Noire
Disney World Could Be Adding a Fifth Theme Park Soon
There could be a "Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow" on the horizon for the roughly 50 million guests who visit Walt Disney World annually. Today, the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, which oversees land use and public services within the area Disney World owns and operates…
— The Points Guy
Cruise
Nude Cruise to Set Sail From Florida Next Year: Here Are the Starting Costs, Itinerary
The "Big Nude Boat" cruise, which allows passengers to bare all − yes, even at the buffet − is set to sail from Florida next year. The "11-day adventure" to the Caribbean is set for the first two weeks of February on the Norwegian Pearl, according to the Bare Necessities Tour & Travel…
— Yahoo! Style
The City of Juneau Just Implemented Restrictions on Cruise Ships — Here’s Why
The Alaskan city of Juneau will cap cruise ship visitors in the coming years in an effort to combat overtourism in the popular state capital. The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) reached an agreement with cruise lines to establish limits of 16,000 lower berths per day on Sundays…
— MSN.com
Transportation
Researchers: Stop Drinking on Flights
Air travel has become a hurdle race. It’s a relief when you finally get to the seat and relax with a drink before falling asleep. But according to experts, alcohol, plane rides, and sleep don’t mix very well. A study by Institute of Aerospace Medicine, German Aerospace Center in Cologne…
— Fodor's Travel
Explore Italy’s Most Delicious Regions On This New Train Route
Italian food is considered some of the most delicious cuisine in the world. Most of us are fans of pizza, pasta, and loaded cones full of gelato. But Italy also boasts delicious dishes for a more sophisticated pallet, such as truffles, fine wines, and incredible cheeses. With train travel…
— Travel Off Path
Lodging
Portland, Maine's Coolest Neighborhood Just Got a New Boutique Hotel — and It's Got a Wellness Focus, Too
With peak tourist season on the horizon in Portland, Maine, the city has welcomed its newest boutique hotel just in time. The Longfellow made its debut last week with 48 guest rooms and suites, two on-site dining options, and a spa focused on sauna, meditation, and massage…
— Travel+Leisure
What Sets Each of the Vacation Rental Platforms Apart
Vacation rentals come in all layouts and sizes. But if you’re planning to book one, there’s a good chance you’ll do it on Airbnb or Vrbo. The two platforms are among the most popular options for travelers looking for lodging. Madeline List, a senior research analyst at Phocuswright who…
— USA Today
The Best New Hotel Bars in the World
We often spotlight the our favorite new hotels, but so rarely give the same attention to the spaces that actually make the place stand out, like the restaurants that are redefining a city's dining scene or wellness area that has a months' long waiting list for locals (but 24 hour access for…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Other and Odd
State Department Issues Travel Alert for LGBTQ People, Events Abroad
The U.S. State Department issued a "Worldwide Caution" alert on Friday, warning U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution due to "the increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence against LGBTQI+ persons and events." According to an…
— ABC News
Consumer Travel Remains Strong Despite Inflation Pressure, Says Travel + Leisure CEO Mike Brown
Travel + Leisure CEO Mike Brown joins CNBC’s ‘The Exchange’ to discuss consumer travel trends, inflation’s impact on travel, and more…
— CNBC
Today in History
First Drive-in Movie Theater is Opened
On June 6, 1933, the first drive-in movie theater was opened by Richard Hollingshead in Camden County, New Jersey. The movie shown was "Wives Beware," starring Adolphe Menjou…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
The Fairy Tale World of the Oyster Box
by David Cogswell
Thursday June 06, 2024
When I was in S outh Africa in May, I had the rare pleasure of visiting the Oyster Box hotel in Umhlanga Village, a few minutes' drive north from the city of Durban. I say “rare” because most Americans who do visit South Africa don’t make it to KwaZulu-Natal province on the east coast, and they miss one of the best places in the country.
With 187,000 hotels in the world, I won’t presume to name the top hotel in the world, but Oyster Box is up there on my list. It’s a unique experience. You could not have quite that experience anywhere but exactly in that place. And it’s a rich experience. You like curry? Think curry. And the whole experience of the hotel is that…
— Travel Research Online
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