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Destinations
Turquoise Waters And Ancient Old Towns: Brand New Mediterranean Destination Is Launching In Europe Next Year
The Mediterranean is probably the busiest summer destination in Europe, drawing in millions of tourists with its Old World allure and endless miles of pristine coastline, shared by countries like Spain, France, Italy, Croatia and the like. Considering there's hardly a tourism hotspot as…
— Travel Off Path
Local Strolls: Explore Edinburgh on Foot
Despite its infamous seven hills (it doesn’t matter which way you turn, you’ll always be going uphill), Edinburgh is a very walkable city. Scotland’s capital city is by no means its biggest, but and its metropolitan feel – so many characterful neighborhoods, busy streets and things…
— Lonely Planet
Is It Safe to Travel to the Hawaiian Islands Amid Hurricane Gilma?
Beauty can be found in all of America’s 50 states, but one of the most popular destinations has long been the Hawaiian Islands. Without leaving the country, you can experience the archipelago paradise full of fresh fruit, star surfers and picture-perfect views. In recent years…
— Travel Noire
Tours and Activities
Cinque Terre's Most Beloved Hiking Path Fully Reopens After More Than a Decade
Via dell’Amore, Cinque Terre’s iconic footpath that traverses the Ligurian coastline, is finally opened for lovers and visitors following a 12-year and 23 million euro (US$26.5 million) renovation. The craggy “Lover’s Lane” or “Path of Love” has been one of Italy’s most trekked…
— AFAR
The ‘Unknown Trip’: Inside Look at an Ultra-Lux & Sustainable Adventure
Ever planned a trip without knowing where you’re going? Yeah, me, neither. But what if I told you that there’s a luxury and sustainable travel company out there that will take you to Who-Knows-Where to embark on the journey of a lifetime? It might sound a little strange, but the…
— Travel Awaits
Cycling the Western Balkans: A Wild, Yet Welcoming, Mountain Tour
“Hey mate!” a cyclist called to us in an Australian accent as he pedaled by on the rocky dirt road that serves as the main street of the village of Theth deep in Albania’s Dinaric Alps. Along with my friend and travel companion, Dave, I had not seen another bikepacker in four days…
— New York Times
Cruise
Royal Caribbean's Newest Ship Will Have a Suspended Infinity Pool, a 1930's-inspired Supper Club, and More
Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Star of the Seas, will welcome guests on week-long cruises out of Port Canaveral in Florida and delight them with half a dozen thrilling waterslides, more than 40 bars and restaurants, and more. The ship, which will debut in August 2025, will be the…
— Travel+Leisure
This Unusual New Cruise May Be the Most Epic Way to See Europe Ever
Call it the most epic Europe cruise ever. Small-ship line Windstar Cruises is out with an ambitious new Europe itinerary for 2026 that includes a whopping 67 stops across 20 countries. Dubbed the Grand Europe Adventure, the voyage will last an unusually long 81 days — more than…
— The Points Guy
Carnival Drops Popular Port of Bimini from 10 Sailings in 2025 and 2026
The Bahamian port of Bimini has been removed from 10 different sailings on the vessel, including sailing that range from November 8, 2025, to March of 2026. The following sail dates on Carnival Spirit have had Bimini removed from the itinerary…
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
The Bizarre Reason That 36 Flights Were Canceled in Japan
Fliers are used to flight cancelations and delays. Anything from technical problems to strikes to crew scheduling issues can cause disruptions. But in Japan, passengers were recently grounded due to an unusual reason. A pair of scissors went missing from a shop close to the…
— Fodor's Travel
Amtrak's Newest Route Might Be Its Most Popular Ever
If you find yourself interested in taking the train, you're not alone. Train travel is on the rise in America thanks to the increasing network of routes available for people to take. Amtrak is one of the main railroads servicing the country, offering seemingly endless routes to choose…
— The Travel
EU Confirms Official Entry/Exit System Launch Date
The EU Commission has officially confirmed the launch date of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). In a speech at eu-LISA, the European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson, revealed that the EES would enter into operation on November 10, 2024, Schengen.News…
— Schengen.News
Lodging
Inside London's Cheeky Hotel Within a Private Members Club in Mayfair
Opened in 2022, the Twenty Two is set within an Edwardian manor on the northwestern corner of London’s storied Grosvenor Square. The lush decor is inspired by 18th-century France, with pops of red velvet and cheeky faux bois carpeting, in contrast to the more understated…
— AFAR
Universal Orlando Hotels Can Get Pricey. Why Splurges Can Be Worth It.
I’ve stayed in a range of Universal Orlando Resort hotels, from the cheapest to among the most expensive. All of them offer valuable perks like early park entry and free merchandise delivery, so you don’t have to schlep in-park purchases around all day. I would stay at any of the…
— USA Today
Eight of the World’s Most Extraordinary Tiny Hotel Rooms
From Colombia's upcycled sewer pipes to spheres suspended in the sky in Canada, capsule hotels have been reinvented for a new generation of travellers. By night, the world's first capsule hotel (founded in Osaka, Japan in 1979) must have looked like a morgue, with neat rows of…
— BBC
Other and Odd
The Golden Rules of Queer Travel
It’s a curious thing, queer travel: When I’m at home, my queerness is an inalienable part of me, a concrete fact; but when I go abroad it activates like a magnet, drawing me close to certain people and places, drawing those people and places closer to me. It’s a joy that borders…
— Condé Nast Traveler
North Carolina Man Demands Answers After Mother's Death On Haiti Voodoo Trip
A loving son from North Carolina has taken to the internet to express his concern over a distressing situation. His mother, a North Carolina woman, mysteriously passed away during a trip from North Carolina to Haiti. Despite Haiti’s historical reputation for being somewhat eerie…
— Travel Noire
TV Travel Guide Rick Steves Announces He Has Prostate Cancer
TV travel guide Rick Steves announced Wednesday that he has cancer, saying on social media that he expects to emerge from the saga all the more grateful and wise. He said he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo surgery at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center…
— NBC News
Today in History
The Founding of the Red Cross
In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva. On August 22, 1864, that group of nations adopted the first Geneva Convention "for the…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
OutsideAgents.com Announces Inaugural Opulence Luxury Training Events
Jacksonville, FL, August 20, 2024 - OutsideAgents.com, America's premier host agency announces its first two live 2024 Opulence training events. In response to the growing demand for luxury travel, OutsideAgents.com…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
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NYC, DC & Southern Gems: Elevate Client Travel With BTSQ
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Join Content Manager Carole Peck as she introduces you to what - and where - Beyond Times Square (BTSQ) - can offer your clients. Hint: New York City is only ONE of SIX destinations BTSQ offers!
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What’s New for Image Tours in 2025
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Having been in business since 1939, Image Tours is one of the most experienced Europe tour operators in the world and they have earned a reputation for high quality tours at an affordable price. While their emphasis is on introducing your clients to the European way of life, Image Tours remains aware of the small details appreciated by American travelers.
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Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Legend has it you should never go alone to Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, The World’s Premier Halloween Event. Summon your scream squad and you might survive. Here are all the killer things to do at Halloween Horror Nights, from haunted houses, scare zones and live entertainment, to food & drinks, tickets, packages, and sales tools at your fingertips. Lidia Markser will showcase everything our world famous event has to offer.
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