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Destinations
Is Lebanon Safe To Visit?
Because of its long history, culture, and landscapes, Lebanon has long been a dream destination for many adventurers. With its compact borders, this tiny nation offers an assortment of experiences, from the cosmopolitan energy of Beirut — sometimes called the “Paris of the…
— Travel Noire
Florida Braces for Potential Heavy-Hitting Hurricane Threatening Damaging Winds and Storm Surge
Florida is bracing for what could be the United States’ heaviest-hitting hurricane so far this season, as an area of thunderstorms builds strength in the Caribbean Sea before potentially bringing life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds to the Southeast later this week. The…
— CNN
Imagine Los Angeles Without Its Palm Trees. It Might Soon Be Reality
When you think of California, the first things that might come to mind are world-class beaches, boardwalks, and Hollywood Boulevard–but palm trees are part of what brings to life the sights we expect from the Golden State. As one of its most iconic symbols, it might be surprising…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Four Seasons Is Debuting a Brand-new Private Jet Trip in 2026 – With Stops in Napa, Vietnam, Istanbul, and More
Luxury hospitality company Four Seasons is wowing travelers with a brand-new around-the-world private jet trip from California back to Canada, touching on three different continents. The new Grand Horizons itinerary, which the company will introduce in 2026, will last 24 days…
— Travel+Leisure
What Makes Siesta Key So Special for Family Vacations
My quest to find the best family beaches in Florida has carried me like a wave of determination from coast to coast. From my home of South Florida, to the Panhandle, to the Florida Keys, and every shoreline in between, I’ve left a trail of footprints and sandcastles ... and eventually…
— USA Today
Cruise
Princess Cruises Triples the Price of Water
Princess Cruises has taken a step back—or a step forward, depending on how you look at it – when it comes to the price of water bottles onboard. Last week, with no warning, it tripled the price of a 12-pack of water from $7.09 to $24 (10 CAD to 32.40 CAD for Canadian guests)…
— Travel Research Online
Celestyal Launches New Guide to Boost Travel Agent Commissions
Celestyal has launched a new travel trade tool detailing how travel planners can maximize earnings by pre-booking onboard extras for guests, according to a press release. Available on Celestyal’s trade portal, the guide outlines commission opportunities for agents when booking drink…
— Cruise Industry News
Royal Caribbean Cancels Icon of the Seas Cruise for Unplanned Maintenance
Royal Caribbean has announced big news, but not the kind that cruise guests will want to hear. Less than a year after her inaugural sailing, Royal Caribbean’s flagship and the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, is cancelling an entire sailing for “unplanned maintenance.”…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
The Best Priority Pass Lounges in the World, Ranked
Chances are if you frequent airport lounges, you’re a Priority Pass member. Membership can be purchased outright or included as a complimentary benefit under specific credit cards and provides access to more than 1,600+ lounges worldwide, across 145 countries in over…
— AFAR
JetBlue Launches New Nonstop Flights To This Lesser Known Caribbean Island
Pristine beaches, incredible watersports, laidback attitudes, and welcoming people. There’s no place quite like the Caribbean, and there’s no better time to visit than in the depths of winter. So which island should you choose? Bonaire has always flown under the radar compared to…
— Travel Off Path
Amtrak Scores Another Win With The Launch Of The Floridian
At the moment, Amtrak is replacing road trips. Amtrak packages in the fall are in high demand. Amtrak just added to that with a new route, The Floridian. The newest route contains stunning views, with pure luxury on the inside. Let's detail what the stops are going to be like, and…
— The Travel
Lodging
Hostels for Adults: 5 Reasons Not to Write Off Hostel Stays
Hostels are overwhelmingly geared toward young travelers. That’s usually due to their amenities. Most hostels are designed to be cheap and offer the bare minimum in terms of features. In exchange, guests save big on their trips—and usually make a few friends along the way. That’s…
— Travel Awaits
The Kimpton Tres Rios Resort Is Now Taking Reservations
For the last few years, TPG has been shouting from the rooftops that an all-inclusive resort renaissance was slowly starting and that, before long, we'd see more and more brands we love jump off into the space. That time has finally arrived. At least it has for IHG, which is now…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
It’s Time to Embrace AI and NDC, Say Speakers at GTC’s Elevate Conference
Take a deep breath, travel advisors. There’s no escaping a future that includes AI and NDCs—so prepare to embrace it. You’ll be glad you did. That was the message—or at least the focus of the news—at Global Travel Collection’s Elevate conference in Manhattan last week. In a year…
— Travel Research Online
Expedia Reinvents How Travelers Interact With Social Media Content
These days, planning a trip usually requires going to one place for inspiration and ideas: social media. Many also live vicariously through their favorite travel influencers while scrolling on social media. More than that, the way people travel has been heavily impacted by social media…
— Variety
‘It Seems Like a Simple Thing, but It Means a Lot’: How Autism-Certified Destinations Are Changing Travel
Travelling can be uncomfortable for neurodivergent people, including those on the autism spectrum. Increasingly, hotels, restaurants and cities are working to welcome these visitors. From long security lines and delayed flights to packed trains and bumper-to-bumper traffic, travelling…
— BBC Travel
Today in History
The First National Monument
The 1859 Yellowstone Expedition first reported the find of an amazing rock formation, known by local Native Americans as the "Bear's Lodge". On September 24, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Appoints Jeff Roy Chief Revenue Officer
September 23, 2024 – Collette, a global tour operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Roy as Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer, where he will be responsible for continuing to lead the…
— Travel Research Online
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