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Destinations
Alaska in Winter: A Playground of Ice and Snow
Twelve inches of fresh powder had just fallen at Eaglecrest Ski Area in Juneau, Alaska, when I arrived for my first day of skiing last February. Snow packed the slumping branches of towering pines and frosted the beards of draping moss. From the chairlift, skiers below me appeared…
— New York Times
Europe’s First Borderless Capital of Culture
In 1947, Gorizia was abruptly split between Italy and Slovenia. In 2025, the two towns will reunite as the first transnational European Capital of Culture. Right now, I'm standing in Nova Gorica – a modest but beautiful planned Modernist town in Slovenia with a population of 30,000. But…
— BBC Travel
Tours and Activities
The LGBTIQ+ Travel Guide to Austin, Texas: The Best Gay Bars, Drag Events, and Community Info
Austin’s progressive and artsy vibe make the city perfect for LGBTIQ+ travelers and is both welcoming and filled with tons of great food, events, and nightlife. Austin is a weird and wonderful place. It’s a college town and a hippie outpost, but it’s also a booming metropolis and the…
— Lonely Planet
10 Best State Parks With National Park Vibes, But Better
Each year, millions of tourists and outdoors types from around the world flock to America's national parks to experience the upper echelon of the country's impressive natural beauty. Not only are the views and activities here amazing, but many national parks have amazing ancient…
— The Travel
Cruise
Tauck Debuts Christmas Market Cruises in France for 2025
Joyeux Noël from Tauck. With Christmas Market river cruises largely sold out for this year and much of next, interest has been growing in a new destination for holiday sailing and shopping: The River Seine. Jumping on the trend, Tauck this week announced its first-ever Christmas…
— Travel Research Online
These 5 Cruises on Smaller Ships Offer the Best Way to Sail the World–Without the Crowds
Whether it’s a traditional tall-ship sailing adventure or an ultra-luxury hotel-style yacht, small-ship cruising has become one of the hottest tickets in travel for both avid cruisers and the traditionally cruise averse alike. It’s not hard to see why. As air travel becomes increasingly…
— Afar
Luxury Yacht Collides With Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship In Bahamas
A multimillion-dollar yacht collided with a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in Nassau, Bahamas, on December 11, 2024. The Royal Caribbean vessel involved in the incident was identified as the Allure of the Seas, one of the largest cruise ships in the world. The massive 225,282-gross-ton…
— Travel Noire
Transportation
Can You Really Get Cheaper Airfare by Buying Tickets at the Airport?
any travelers are constantly on the lookout for ways to stretch their budget and get the best deals, especially on pricy airline tickets. Some save by booking travel a year in advance or closely tracking prices. Others pick their destination based on where they can get the best deal…
— Fodor's Travel
These Were the Busiest Airline Routes of 2024, According To OAG
It's been a banner year for air travel, with the busiest-ever Thanksgiving in the United States and an upcoming holiday travel season that's expected to shatter records globally. With traffic expected to continue climbing next year, OAG, a data platform for the aviation and broader…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
For a Perfect Caribbean Christmas: Best Resorts in USVI
It doesn’t matter what time of year you go—the US Virgin Islands are a treat for the eyes. Though I’m a fan of a classic white winter and gallons of mulled wine, the Virgin Islands are a veritable oasis for all forms of winter chill. Temperatures hover in the 80s—and the ocean stays…
— Travel Awaits
Staying at a Resort With a Private Beach Offers a Relaxing Experience
Any kind of beach vacation is a good vacation. But when you stay at a resort with a gorgeous private beach, the trip turns into a true getaway. There's just something about not having to search for a spot on the sand or share the shoreline with crowds of people that makes beach time…
— USA Today
Turks & Caicos Luxury: This 7-Star Resort Even Has A Champagne Vending Machine
My mind was blown when I first opened the door to my room at Seven Stars Resort & Spa. The word “luxury” was the first and main thought as I walked through the foyer into the full kitchen and massive living space. Some places wow you the second you step foot in them, and this…
— Travel Off Path
Other and Odd
I Don’t Like Celebrating Christmas. Now That My Kids Are Older, It’s the Perfect Time to Take Longer International Vacations.
When my children were little, I felt the magic of the holidays deep in my bones. Nearly every weekend, we dashed to see a light display or rode the Polar Express while drinking cups of rich hot chocolate. Then, my kids got older. As tweens and teens, they became hard to please…
— Business Insider
The 8 Travel and Hospitality Trends That Defined 2024
Despite these economic hurdles, travel remained a priority, with many travelers adjusting their behavior to maximize value within constrained budgets. Emerging destinations arrived as standout performers, capturing consumer attention as budget-conscious travelers sought affordable…
— Hospitality Net
Today in History
The First Flight
Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures…
— Travel Research Online
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