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Destinations
Is Nicaragua Safe for U.S. Travelers?
Nicaraguans in the U.S. are coming to grips with the reality that they’re now on borrowed immigration time. In 2022, through a parole program (not to be confused with the military parole in place program), they may have to leave the United States once their two-year permits expire this year if…
— Travel Noire
10 of New Mexico’s Most Enchanting Places
New Mexico is as enchanting as its license plates suggest. From the vast state’s south at the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert, to the northern Taos Ski Valley at an altitude of 9000ft (2743m), this Western state offers a consistently dry yet surprisingly varied climate – with sites and activities to match. Here…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Florida's LGBTQ-Friendly Spots Unite To Spread Welcoming Message
Several Florida destinations have united to counter recent controversies by reaffirming their commitment to welcoming LGBTQ+ travelers. The effort follows Visit Florida’s decision to remove LGBTQ travel information from its website. This action raised concerns among travelers and industry…
— Travel Noire
These Are the 12 Best Places to Try Native American Food in the U.S.
In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, many children in the United States learn stories about that famous 17th-century feast—turkey, squash, and venison shared by English colonists and the Indigenous people who originally occupied the land. However, mainstream understanding of Native…
— AFAR
Hiking in Big Sky, Montana, Brings Endless Peaks, Waterfalls, and More
Big Sky, Montana, is a destination replete with alpine wildflower meadows, blue-ribbon trout streams, backcountry hikes, and whitewater experiences. Located in the southwestern corner of the state, not far from Bozeman and about an hour north of Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky is easy to get to and …
— 10Best
Cruise
Una Dia Perfecta? RCCL to Open Perfect Day Mexico
Apparently CocoCay isn’t the only destination that can offer cruisers a perfect day. Royal Caribbean today announced the latest entry in the high-stakes sweepstakes for amazing private islands—this one in Mexico rather than on a Caribbean island. Opening in 2027 in Mahahual (Quintana Roo, south…
— Travel Research Online
Saga Financial Results Show ‘Exceptional’ Growth for Cruise
Ocean cruise recorded an underlying profit before tax of £28m, more than double the £12.9m in the prior period. Revenue was £121.5m, 17% higher than the same period the year before. Saga also achieved a 90% load factor, 7 points higher than the same period last year, and a per diem of £362…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
What Travelers Are Owed if Their Flight Is Delayed by Milton
Hurricane Milton weakened to a Category 1 hurricane on Thursday as it exited Florida, but the "storm of the century" is still impacting travel on Friday. Over 384 U.S. flights are delayed as of Friday morning, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware. Milton made landfall late Wednesday night…
— USA Today
The Busiest Day to Travel Into London by Train This Christmas Has Been Revealed
London can get very busy as the festive period draws closer, with large numbers all over the country and abroad ticking off their Christmas shopping, visiting the twinkling lights that decorate the streets or journeying to the capital to soak in the holiday atmosphere. Yet train transport to the capital can…
— The Independent
Lodging
Travel Experts Are Excited About These Hotel Openings in 2024 and Beyond
Luxury hotels are having a glittery moment. Our A-List travel advisors share which new and soon-to-open properties they're most excited about, including a safari camp on a private island in Botswana, a penthouse suite in London overlooking Hyde Park, and a fairyland castle set on an Austrian lake…
— Travel+Leisure
Look Inside Chatham Bars Inn, Named America’s Best Waterfront Resort
Chatham Bars Inn, a year-round luxury waterfront resort on Cape Cod, is a favorite among travelers. The Chatham resort was recently named the the No. 1 waterfront resort in America by USA Today readers and the No. 1 resort in New England by Conde Nast Traveler readers. Last year, the property…
— Boston.com
The Future of Nassau's Baha Mar Resort: A New Hotel, Jazz Club, and More
In the seven years since its opening, the beachfront resort Baha Mar has become one of the Bahamas’ premier luxury escapes, offering travelers a paradisiacal getaway just a three-hour flight from New York City. Now, the brand has announced it will be constructing a new hotel steps away…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Other and Odd
EU Delays New Biometric Travel Checks as IT Systems Not up to Speed
The European Union has delayed the introduction of a new biometric entry-check system for non-EU citizens, which was due to be introduced on Nov. 10, after Germany, France and the Netherlands said border computer systems were not yet ready. "Nov. 10 is no longer on the table," EU Home Affairs…
— Reuters
Escape Election Stress With Easy Weekend Getaways in the Outdoors
Stress isn’t just a negative feeling—it also has a physical effect on our health. Scientific studies demonstrate that stress can contribute to coronary health problems, inflammation, poor circulation, and more. Repeated exposure to stress is even more likely to ramp up negative side effects, which…
— Travel Awaits
Today in History
Saturday Night Live
On this day in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a contemporary comedy variety show for NBC. The cast showcased unknown talents and included Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Celebrates 15th Anniversary of Small Group Travel Style with Continued Expansion of the Product Line
October 10, 2024 – Guided tour operator, Collette, celebrates the 15th anniversary of Explorations, its small group product line with continued expansion. Collette announced the launch of its small group Explorations…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Escaping Hurricanes: Live From The Rhine
Helene devastat ed Western North Carolina, taking lives and livelihoods. Many homes, restaurants, shops and even entire villages were swept away by torrential flooding and landslides. High winds took down trees that blocked roadways and destroyed houses. The death toll now stands at more than 230, with many more missing.
 Sunset at the junction of the Waal, the Rhine and the Pannerden Canal. © 2024 Ralph…
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
Remarkable Escorted Journeys in Italy with Central Holidays
by Joey DeLoach
Thursday October 10, 2024
Central Holidays has been a leader in creating remarkable travel experiences since 1972. Together with their parent company, SGI, Central Holidays has been at the forefront of delivering travel programs, value, and service across Italy, the Mediterranean, Egypt, Africa, West Asia, and Latin America. Specializing in bespoke group and individual travel, their itineraries are comprised of luxury, ultra-customization, experiential journeys, and cultural adventures that bring destinations to life in unforgettable ways.
— Travel Research Online
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