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Destinations
17 of the Best Things to Do in and Around Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville is a city in a very good mood. It's hard to pinpoint the cause, though – it could be the mountain air, the buskers, the craft breweries, the dynamic food scene or the hordes of relieved hikers just off the Appalachian Trail bringing the magic. The city exudes a collegial vibe, and…
— Lonely Planet
Move Over Florida! This Laid-Back Beach City Is The South's Most Underrated Summer Destination
10 million people flock to a vibrant coastal city in Texas, yet it still flies under the radar. Often overshadowed by the Caribbean-esque beaches of Florida and even neighboring Gulf Shores, Texas is commonly seen viewed as a hootin' hollerin' good time in many of the state's inland…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
These Are The Best Places To See Fossils In The U.S.
Many tourists are fascinated by the unique paleontological history of the United States. Some of the most important fossil discoveries of all time have happened amid the plains, deserts, and mountains of the American West, making this region the perfect place for paleontology…
— The Travel
This Baltimore Museum Honors an Iconic Civil Rights Leader
Lillie Caroll Jackson was a young girl navigating Baltimore’s Bolton Hill neighborhood. Behind her, a sturdy laundry wagon trundled along on her days devoted to supporting her family’s laundry service business. With freshly laundered linens in tow, Jackson walked up the steps of…
— Fodor's Travel
The Erie Canal: The Manmade Waterway That Transformed the US
Two hundred years ago, it helped spread people, ideas and goods across the US. Now, it's become a paddler's paradise with more than 700 miles of continuous, navigable waterways. Inside Lock 11 on the Erie Canal in Amsterdam, New York, the metal-on-metal grinding of gears…
— BBC
Cruise
Nassau Cruise Port Plans $330-Million Water Park
Until recently, the sleepy and tired port of Nassau in the Bahamas was the stop many cruisers chose to skip. Some ponied up for a pricey excursion to Atlantis or a day pass to Margaritaville, while many repeat visitors just spent the day onboard their ship, saying there was nothing…
— Travel Research Online
Royal Caribbean Leans Into Shorter Cruises, More Experiences to Capture Travel Demand
With consumers getting more selective on how and where they vacation, cruise lines are fighting for Americans’ tourist budgets. Royal Caribbean thinks shortening trips and packing the days with activities and exclusive opportunities will keep customers hooked. “I think we are…
— CNBC
Transportation
This Low-cost Carrier Just Announced a Major Florida Expansion with Flights to Palm Beach, Sarasota, and Orlando
Low-cost Allegiant Air is already looking ahead to winter with new routes to help travelers escape to sunnier destinations in Florida. Starting November 14, the airline will launch a total of eight new nonstop services to Clearwater, Palm Beach, and beyond. Travelers from smaller…
— Travel+Leisure
Pastor Arrested After Disturbing Mid-Air Incident With Wife Over Seat Upgrade
In-flight disturbances can be distressing and uncomfortable for travelers, sometimes leading to serious escalations, rowdy arrests, and even forced landings. While there are varying incidents that involve Karens, racists, and generally inappropriate behavior, many travelers would…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
Traces of Cyanide Are Found in the Blood of Vietnamese and Americans Found Dead in a Bangkok Hotel
Initial autopsy results showed traces of cyanide in the blood of six Vietnamese and American guests at a luxury hotel in central Bangkok and one of them is believed to have poisoned the others over a bad investment, Thai authorities said Wednesday. The bodies were found Tuesday…
— The Associated Press
The Impact of Boutique Hotels on the Travel Industry
In an evolving travel landscape, boutique hotels have emerged as significant players, reshaping the industry with their unique offerings and innovative approaches. To gain insights into this transformation, we interviewed key leaders from BLLA member hotels, including Kurt…
— Hospitality Net
A Love Letter to the Mirage, the Hotel That Changed the World — And My Life
I didn't know it the first time I stepped foot (or rolled, really) into The Mirage, but the stroller I was sitting in was entering hallowed ground in the hotel world. I was 4 years old, it was 1996 and my parents had just driven my brother, my grandma (Magaw, as we called her) and me…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Gen Z, Millennials Skip Formal Time Off Amid Travel Anxiety
As peak travel season arrives, a growing trend among younger workers — dubbed “quiet vacationing”— sees many slipping away for a day or two without the usual out-of-office auto-replies. According to Fast Company, more than half of Gen Z and millennials engaged in this practice…
— YR Media
Why You Get Tired When You Travel
Travel days are exhausting. Whether you’re crossing multiple time zones in a plane or just driving a few hours to visit a relative, chances are you’ll be sleepy when you get to your destination. As someone who is ready to take a nap whenever the opportunity presents itself, I always…
— USA Today
Today in History
Disneyland Park Opens
On July 17, 195,5 Disneyland opened as America's premiere theme park in Anaheim, California. The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of The Walt Disney Company held ceremonies led by company president Walt Disney…
— Travel Research Online
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