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Destinations
US State Department Reissues Travel Advisory For Turkey
The US Department of State has reissued its travel advisory for Turkey, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution when visiting this popular international destination. This renewed warning comes as part of a periodic review process. It highlights ongoing concerns about…
— Travel Noire
Italy’s ‘Town of Witches’ Will Put You Under a Spell
With its hauntingly beautiful alleys and an unmistakable Italian allure that distinguishes these tiny Ligurian hill towns, Triora, Italy, casts a spell over all who visit. Set in the middle of the Argentina Valley, not too far from Imperia, this hidden gem is known as the European Salem…
— Fodor's Travel
Ultimate Weekend in the Bahamas: Nassau and Cat Island Itinerary
Few places conjure up images in the mind’s eye quite like the Bahamas. Imagine impossibly blue waters, swaying palm trees and sugar-sand beaches that spill across a horizon painted in watercolor hues, all set to the Junkanoo rhythms of a Goombay drum. The good news? It's…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Are You Really Helping When You Join an ‘Expedition Tour’?
The golden age of the package holiday is over, and tourism's final frontier has fled from the frozen poles to the vacuum of outer space. But among the shifting trends of the 21st Century, there's one key factor that's increasingly driving people's desire to travel: the spirit of scientific…
— BBC Travel
This California City Has America's Most Underrated "Little Japan"
The state of California is full of bucket list destinations, from California's famous national parks and their scenic hiking trails to its iconic, larger destinations, from Hollywood to Napa Valley, a world-renowned vacation spot for its wines and vineyards. Not to mention, California boasts…
— The Travel
Cruise
Mother Arrested, Son Kicked off Ship After They Allegedly Slapped Older Passenger on Cruise
An Alabama mother and son are accused of assaulting a passenger on a cruise ship before her son was kicked off the ship in Jamaica. Miami Dade Police said 49-year-old Kelli Lyn Ryan was arrested after allegedly slapping a victim who was 65 or older while docked on the MSC…
— WALB
The Best Alaska Cruise Excursions to Book in 2025, From Dogsledding to Whale Watching
The best Alaska cruise excursions can range from the thrilling to the serene. Passengers can fly on sleds led by huskies, ogle bald eagles and salmon-gobbling grizzlies, and soar over towering glaciers in a helicopter. And the best part? All these activities are available for you as part of…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Transportation
Aer Lingus to Launch New Route From Indianapolis to Dublin
Aer Lingus is launching service to a new U.S. city, helped by the arrival of its newest aircraft type. Starting in May 2025, the Irish flag carrier will offer new nonstop flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to its hub at Dublin Airport (DUB), Indianapolis airport leaders said…
— The Points Guy
Boeing Strike: Machinists’ Union to Vote on Contract Proposal With 35% Pay Hike
Striking machinists at Boeing, will vote Wednesday on a new contract proposal that includes a 35% pay hike over four years that could end a costly five-week-old strike, the company and union said Saturday. Around 33,000 of Boeing's unionized West Coast workers, most in…
— USA Today
Lodging
Lavish Beach Resorts & No Bali Chaos: Visit Indonesia's Stunning Up-And-Coming Island
There are so many incredible islands across Asia, but the continent's tried and true vacation hotspot has long been Bali, Indonesia's shining tourism star. Bali is one those destinations that gets the people going! Some love it, some hate it, but it's hard to be ‘meh' on it. Far from its Eat…
— Travel Off Path
Bryce Canyon Rentals: Top Picks for All Types of Travelers
Move over Zion National Park—it’s Bryce Canyon’s time to shine. This lesser-traveled landmark is one of the most iconic deserts in the world. Still, it receives fewer visitors than areas like Zion or the Grand Canyon, only hitting one-third of the total number of annual guests…
— Travel Awaits
Other and Odd
Google Flights Rolls Out New Search Filter to Help Travelers Score the Lowest Possible Airfare
Google is adding a new “cheapest” tab feature to flight searches to make hunting for a good deal even easier. The search engine will soon allow travelers to sort Google Flight search results by the absolute most cost-effective option by tapping on a new “cheapest” tab, Google shared with…
— Travel+Leisure
6 Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness
Around the world, high-altitude adventures await. From Patagonia to Mount Kilimanjaro, the Alps to the Rockies, and Denali to the Himalayas, many mountainous areas offer stunning natural landscapes, immersive cultural experiences, and crisp air. As diverse as these regions are…
— AFAR
Today in History
The First Parachute Jump
On October 22, 1797, French innovator André-Jacques Garnerin climbed into a hot air balloon and rose 3000 feet over Paris. A crowd gathered to watch. Suddenly, Garnerin climbed over the balloon's basket and jumped…
— Travel Research Online
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