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Destinations
Vibrant Culture And Diverse Landscapes! This South American Destination Is Breaking Tourism Records
Some countries are so impossibly beautiful that they have to be seen to be believed. And one of those destinations is Chile. On the one hand, the country is home to the Atacama desert, which is officially the driest place on earth. On the other hand, you can explore the glaciers and…
— Travel Off Path
When Is the Best Time to Visit Peru?
A sizzling strip of coastal desert. Endless snow-capped Andean summits. A humid expanse of rainforest mazed by mighty rivers. These three types of terrain form a triumvirate of completely different climates, ensuring there is no bad time of year to visit Peru. This is a tradition…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Notre-Dame Is Reopening for Visitors This Week—Here's Everything You Need to Know
“You did your alchemy here on this site to turn charred coals into art,” said France’s President Emmanuel Macron after he toured the newly restored Notre Dame. Five years since the cathedral caught fire, the iconic Parisian landmark is finally reopening to the public. The Notre-Dame…
— Condé Nast Traveler
9 Best Christmas Events for Families in the US
The United States isn’t short on Christmas-themed festivities. From coast to coast, the country lights up with gorgeous displays, festivals, markets, and more. From Maryland to Arizona to Hawaii, you can find Christmas events that are fun for the whole family. But which are actually…
— Travel Awaits
5 Essential Tips You Need to Know Before Visiting a Nude Beach
For a while, I’ve toyed with the idea of being a nudist. I’ve visited nude beaches across three different continents, but I still don’t really know what I’m doing and feel insecure about fully embracing nudity. My nether parts want to be free and bask in the same sunlight that the rest of…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
A Local's Guide to St. George's, Grenada, for Cruise Ship Visitors
Grenada, the southernmost island chain in the Lesser Antilles, some 100 miles off the coast of Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, consists of three main volcanic islands—Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique—along with a smattering of smaller ones. Located at the southern edge…
— AFAR
Celebrity Cruises Just Added a New Port in Florida – What to Know
Celebrity Cruises set sail from Florida’s Port Canaveral for the first time ever this week, setting out on a week-long journey to the warm Caribbean. The cruise line set sail from its newest homeport on its Celebrity Equinox ship on Tuesday, Celebrity shared with Travel + Leisure…
— Travel+Leisure
Transportation
Biden Administration Proposes Passenger Compensation for Flight Disruptions
Even as the Biden administration prepares to leave office in just over a month, it's getting the ball rolling on possible new rules that could mean compensation for passengers when a flight is canceled, changed or delayed and it's the airline's fault. The U.S. Department of Transportation…
— The Points Guy
American Airlines' Boeing 737 Flight Makes Unexpected Return To Chicago Due To A Mid-Air Maintenance Concern
An American Airlines flight bound for Las Vegas had to return to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport due to a potential maintenance issue. Flight 1047, operated by a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, departed from Chicago O’Hare International Airport with Las Vegas as its intended…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
How to Save On Disney Vacations by Renting DVC Points for Hotels
There’s a not-so-secret way to save hundreds to thousands of dollars on a Disney vacation, and it’s not through Disney. Several reputable third-party companies specialize in booking stays at Disney Vacation Club properties, which are sort of like Disney’s version of timeshares. “Through…
— USA Today
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes Completes Renovation
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes is proud to announce the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation of its guestrooms and suites, fitness center and expansion of outdoor meeting space and the lobby bar's outdoor dining area. The well-regarded and stunning resort…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Younger Generations Are Spending More of Their Discretionary Income on Travel
Hayley Berg, Hopper lead economist, joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss the origins of ‘Travel Tuesday’, state of the consumer, travel demand outlook, and more…
— CNBC
Europe’s Travel Strikes: Flight and Train Disruption You Can Expect in December and January
Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions. Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but others are announced last minute, showing that it always pays to check before you travel. Luckily, we have gathered…
— EuroNews
Today in History
The End of Prohibition
The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the manufacture and…
— Travel Research Online
Crossings
Why the rainy season is fabulous in Costa Rica
by Lesley Stones
Saturday November 30, 2024
Rainy season. T wo words that are almost sure to make you rethink your holiday plans. Like Costa Rica in soggy September, when anyone visiting this small Central American country is bound to need a raincoat. So why go to a place knowing you’re likely to get drenched when you can pick other months that promise glorious sunshine?
The crowds, that’s why. I’d far rather run the risk of rain rather than face a flood of other…
— Travel Research Online
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