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Destinations
Another Side of Key West? Its Rich Black History
Silky white-sand beaches, bright cottages, Key lime pie: About four miles long and a mile wide, Key West is distinctive, drawing visitors for both its distance to and from the United States. Though Miami is only a four-hour drive away, the cities are divided less by geographical…
— AFAR
Why the US Is the Top Country for Tourism in 2024
A new report published by the World Economic Forum highlights the nation's promotion of natural and cultural resources and commitment to sustainability and tourism. Though it's been a bumpy four years for the travel industry, international tourist arrivals are finally set to reach pre…
— BBC
14 Cheap Vacation Destinations in 2024
Even if the account you use to save your disposable income isn’t terribly impressive, it’s still possible to book a cheap vacation. It just takes a little strategy. Let’s take a look at some of the cheapest destinations to visit in 2024, while also weighing each location’s desirability. You can…
— Time
Tours and Activities
Where to Watch the Las Vegas 4th of July Fireworks 2024
The lights of Las Vegas shine so bright that it’s the only city in the United States that astronauts can see from space. But when you add in a 4th of July fireworks extravaganza that blankets the entire valley, the destination might just be the brightest city on earth this holiday…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Savannah’s Best Neighborhoods: Cocktails, Cobblestones and Coastal Fun
With elegant streets lined with oak trees, tucked-away restaurants and charming bars, and historical character that begs you to linger, Savannah's neighborhoods each have their own distinct delights. You could spend a whole weekend wandering the city's grid on foot, and its…
— Lonely Planet
Fifty Years of Pride: Seattle’s Milestone Celebration of LGBTQ+ Community and Culture
Pulsating street parties painted in colorful hues, exuberant drag shows, inclusive picnics, and energetic parades. While it has always been one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly cities in the United States–with about 10% of its population identifying as being part of the community–2024…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
This Small, Luxurious Expedition Ship Takes Adventurers on the Amazon River in Search of Pink Dolphins and Stunning Scenery
In the constellation of human emotions, there is little that compares with the excitement one feels before setting sail on a voyage — about to plunge, as Guy de Maupassant wrote in his 1888 book, Afloat, “into the deep silence on the sea, far from everything.” As my taxi careened…
— Travel+Leisure
7 Epic Adventure Cruise Alternatives To Boring Traditional Cruises
2023 saw 31.7M cruise passengers globally, up 7% from 2019. Popular regions to cruise include the Caribbean, Mediterranean, South America, and Alaska. Cruise tourism rebounds faster than other travel forms due to convenience and value, offering all-inclusive benefits, but traditional…
— The Travel
Here’s What I Learned on My First Gay Cruise
You've probably heard of gay cruises and wondered how they differ from "traditional" cruises. Are they open to straight people? Is it all about partying? What about the hook-up element? I sailed with tour operator Vacaya in February 2023 on a one-week gay cruise departing from Fort…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Boeing Whistleblower Says Company ‘Continues to Prioritize Profits'
A new whistleblower complaint alleges that Boeing improperly stored, tracked and documented parts that were damaged or otherwise out of specification. The complaint alleges that Boeing tried to conceal evidence of this obfuscation from the Federal Aviation Administration. Boeing…
— USA Today
FAA Investigates Counterfeit Titanium In Boeing And Airbus Jets
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the use of potentially counterfeit titanium in several recently manufactured Boeing and Airbus jets. This discovery has caused worries about the impacted planes’ structural integrity and safety. A Chinese…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
Could an All-Inclusive Cost the Same as Rent? He Tried It.
All Ben Keenan wanted was a bowl of cereal for breakfast. Normally, that would entail a stroll from his bed to the kitchen. But it wasn’t so simple in his temporary Mexico residence: For a month, he had to walk outside in the 95-degree heat, find a host to get seated and place an…
— The Washington Post
15 Best Hotels in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city worth returning to again and again. The city's bars, restaurants, and hotels are constantly evolving, along with the famed Sagrada Familia, the Antoni Gaudí-designed church that's been under construction for 140 years. When it comes to hotels, Barcelona does…
— Travel+Leisure
Majority of Us Hotels Are Understaffed Ahead of Summer Rush
Many vacationers headed to hotels this summer might not see the full array of services typically offered as staffing shortages have led to a domino effect in a lack of amenities. Those range from clean rooms to hotel dining. Although post-pandemic staffing has improved in the hotel…
— Fox Business
Other and Odd
Online Passport Renewal System Debuts in Beta
A trial program by the US State Department will allow a limited number of travelers to renew their passport online and get a new one in six to eight weeks. Beginning on Wednesday, June 19, a beta test of the online process will open seven days a week at 1 p.m. Eastern time. The…
— Travel Research Online
Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Evaluating the Value and Benefits
Vacations can be very expensive. If you're paying a lot for yours, you might wonder if you should purchase travel insurance, especially when some costs are nonrefundable. The answer isn't always cut-and-dried. Travel insurance isn't necessary for everyone. Whether you need it will…
— Business Insider
Americans Plan To Increase Summer Spending After Memorial Day Travel Records
A quarter of Americans surveyed in a new report from the Bank of Montreal's Real Financial Progress Index say they plan to spend more on travel this summer. The report comes after the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said Memorial Day travel broke records last…
— MSN.com
Today in History
Juneteenth
The holiday originated on June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas to announce that all enslaved people were free - this was over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January…
— Travel Research Online
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